JOB DESCRIPTION
GARAGE MECHANIC
Position Title
Garage Mechanic
Department
Operations
Reports To
Garage Supervisor / Operations Manager
FLSA Classification
Non-Exempt
Employment Status
Full-Time
POSITION SUMMARY
Performs inspection, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and repair of diesel-powered vehicles, heavy equipment and machinery supporting safe and reliable shipyard operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Inspect, diagnose, maintain and repair diesel and gasoline engines, heavy equipment and industrial vehicles
Perform preventive maintenance, lubrication, fluid and filter changes, scheduled servicing and equipment checks
Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, fuel, cooling, braking, steering and drivetrain systems
Service forklifts, telehandlers, loaders, lifts, trucks, trailers, generators and compressors as assigned
Use diagnostic tools, service manuals and schematics; repair or replace worn and defective components
Perform operational checks after repairs and respond to equipment breakdowns throughout the shipyard
Remove unsafe equipment from service and notify supervision; maintain accurate work orders and service records
Coordinate maintenance priorities and parts needs; maintain tools, shop areas and proper waste handling
Follow lockout/tagout, safe lifting, fire prevention, PPE and other required safety procedures
Perform other related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Diesel engine and heavy equipment repair experience required; forklift, hydraulic and industrial equipment experience strongly preferred. Technical or trade training preferred. Must be able to diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, interpret service information, safely use tools and lifting equipment, document repairs and work independently or with a team.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing onto equipment and working in awkward positions. Must handle tools and parts, use appropriate lifting assistance for heavy loads, and wear required PPE. Essential tasks must be performed safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work occurs in garage, maintenance shop and active shipyard areas, indoors and outdoors, with exposure to noise, exhaust, fuels, oils, solvents, moving machinery, hot surfaces, dust, fumes and changing weather. Overtime or variable shifts may be required.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
Follow company policies and applicable OSHA and maritime safety requirements; isolate and support equipment before repair, report hazards and incidents promptly, and stop or escalate unsafe work.
DISCLAIMER
This description summarizes the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Management may modify responsibilities based on operational needs, consistent with applicable law.
Garage Mechanic in tampa at Unknown Company
This position is listed as full time and onsite.