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Diesel Mechanic

Norfolk, VA 23506

Posted: 09/30/2024 Industry: Ship Repair / Shipyard Job Number: CC108482228 Pay Rate: $27-32 / hour

Job Description

Job Description:
  • Repair work includes the repairing, overhauling, installing or rebuilding systems of the following: diesel and gasoline engines, other types of internal combustion engines, automatic and non-automatic transmissions, heavy duty line systems, hydraulic utility systems and controls, cranes and forklifts
  • Trace and locate defects and causes of mechanical problems using a wide range of diagnostic and test equipment
  • Plan and lay-outs work form blueprints, diagrams, operational manuals, manufacturer’s specifications, work orders, and other specifications
  • Determine nature of repair and examines parts to detect imperfections with the use of rulers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments to determine changes in dimensional requirements
  • Operation of equipment, preventative maintenance, diagnostic and repair work, and overhaul of minor and major building/utility systems and components
  • Fit and install to appropriate tolerances such parts as pistons, valves, bearings, gears, and cylinders
  • Connects, meshes, aligns, and adjusts system elements to assure proper operation of the complete system or vehicle
  • Disassemble equipment using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools
  • Reassemble equipment and test performance
Requirements:
  • 5+ Years of experience
  • Board ships via stairs, ladders, and gangways with tool bags and needed equipment
  • Ability to operate equipment for repair purposes including cranes, forklifts, air compressors, and trucks/vehicles.
  • Very knowledgeable on hydraulic system engine repairs (gas & diesel) and electrical systems (12 and 24 volt).
  • Adjust functional parts of equipment and control instruments using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges
  • Must be able to work easily and skillfully with hands, climb and work at heights, work in confined spaces and around water, stand for long periods of time, stoop, knee, crouch, and crawl to reach work areas.
  • Required to wear personal protective equipment – hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots/shoes, and when necessary, respirator
  • Driver's License and clean driving record required.
 Schedule: 
  • 1st shift, 6AM
  • Mon- Friday; 8-10 hour shifts
Pay:  $27 - $32/hour
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