Dredge Mechanic - Engineer

Gator Dredging - Dredge Mechanic - Engineer

Immediate Position available for a Dredge Mechanic - Engineer. This is a great opportunity for an experienced dredge mechanic to join our growing team! Excellent benefits, vacation, sick and holiday paid time off. You must have at least 5 to 7 years of experience in the field of dredging, working as a dredge mechanic.

Responsibilities for The Dredge Mechanic - Engineer:

Repairing and Maintaining a hydraulic - suction cutterhead dredge

Must be mechanically inclined with good organizational skills. The dredge mechanic will oversee daily maintenance of the dredge as well as inventory of dredge tools and supplies. Should have a basic knowledge of diesel and gasoline internal combustion engines and some electrical knowledge and theory is a plus. Must be able to trouble shoot, mechanical, electrical, pneumatics and hydraulic driven devices and related components.

The Dredge Mechanic will be required to monitor and document temperature, fluid levels and all related operating parameters as pertains to the dredge.

The Dredge Mechanic will be working hand in hand with the dredge operator and management to ensure the dredge is being maintained. Documentation of work orders and PM hour intervals to be completed.

Have the ability to communicate well with the superintendent, dredge operator boat operators, and deck hands.

Completion of Daily Maintenance Logs.

Must be familiar with De-gasser pumps and booster pumps.

Job duties include working in and around the water.

MUST be motivated and able to work independently.

Assist in Mobilizations/Demobilizations as needed

Position will include some miscellaneous laborer.

Position will require out of town (Florida) travel for extended periods