Mechanic 1st Class Equip Shop
Mechanic 1st Class Equip Shop
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$ $ 20 - 25
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Job Description
Mechanic 1st Class Equip Shop
Position Summary:
Orders parts for numerous different pieces of equipment for the equipment shop. Helps in delegating work in shop assists in troubleshooting and repair of equipment and works to keep a safe working environment. Carries out administrative duties and works as a shift leader when assigned on shift and promotes safe and efficient Port work practices.
Key Responsibilities/Duties:
- Order parts for terminal equipment such as yard trucks chassis forklifts empty handlers top loaders and automobiles. Ensure parts are received in a timely manner
- Maintain a readily available supply of consumables such as nuts and bolts wiper blades brass fittings hydraulic hose hydraulic fittings electric connectors and air brake valves
- Stock oil fuel air hydraulic and water filters
- Assign work to mechanics for repair and regular maintenance to all equipment and inspect work for adherence to departmental standards
- Dispatch emergency services such as tire repair and repairs to equipment as needed
- Enforce departmental rules and regulations governing employees
- Supervise shop safety and maintenance
- Coordinate repair work with dealers for vehicles and equipment under warranty
- Coordinate repair work with contractors tenants and customers
- Assist and advise mechanics with complex or unusual assignments
- Supervise shop operations in the absence of the Foreman
- Lead a group of mechanics and electricians and coordinate maintenance related activities during shift work
- Reconcile downtime events after each occurrence with representative from Operations Dept. email shift log to supervisors at end of shift
- Work required scheduled overtime hours and be available for unscheduled overtime when operating requirements or other business needs of Port Houston cannot be fulfilled during regular working hours
- Work a temporary alternative schedule or shift as requested by supervisor
Education/Experience:
- High School diploma or GED equivalent required
- 5 years mechanic experience required
- Knowledge Skills Abilities and Behaviors:
- Knowledge of mechanics
- Knowledge of automotive and heavyduty equipment repair and maintenance
- Knowledge of equipment parts
- Ability to communicate with others
- Ability to climb and be comfortable at heights
- Organizational skills
- Judgment and quickthinking skills
- Ability to give written and oral directions
- Ability to operate forklift if needed
- A current valid Texas drivers license is required
- A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment and be maintained for the duration of employment
Employment Type
Full Time
