Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Position Title: Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Location of Position: United States -- Wisconsin -- Sturgeon Bay

Business Group: Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding

Department: Heavy Equipment

Position Type: Full-Time; Permanent; Non-Exempt

Reports To: Foreman

 

Position Summary: This position is responsible for moving equipment, parts, machinery, etc. at our vast, 63-acre facility.

 

Detailed Description:

• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
• Use hand tools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, or precision instruments, as well as power tools, such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, or jacks and hoists.
• Adjust brakes and reassemble equipment.
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
• Attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Ability and willingness to engage in highly energetic pursuits on the waterfront.

• Maintain a commitment to and promote the Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety Policies.

• Abide by all organizational policies and procedures.

 

Core Competencies:

• Drives Results -- Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Optimizes Work Processes (Quality & Continuous Improvement) -- Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational Adaptability -- Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

 

Physical Job Demands:

• Occasionally install batteries into equipment by lifting 75lbs from the floor, carrying 25' and placing on a 28" shelf, then lifting to 50", climbing 3 steps and placing at 28" and 48".
• Occasionally utilize various hand tools for repairs and maintenance by lifting and carrying 22lbs 50', climbing a flight of stairs, standing at 60", kneeling at 36" and lying overhead and reaching 24".
• Utilize Porta-Pull, Porta-Power, Chain Jack and Chain Fall by lifting 48lbs from the floor, carrying 50', and placing into position by standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders, bending, and reaching overhead and then pushing with force up to 150lbs and pulling with a force of 50lbs.
• Utilize small tools to manipulate small parts for installation and/or repair by gripping / pinching with 10lbs of force.
• Perform various repairs while wearing a 20lb safety harness and climbing a ladder.

 

 

 

 

• Maneuver pipe stands by lifting 40lbs of pipe stand from the bed of truck at 48", carrying 50', and placing on the ground / floor.
• Carry and place drain pan by lifting 30lbs from 48", carrying 50', and placing on the ground / floor.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Ability to work while kneeling, crouching, squatting, lying down, overhead, etc.
• Ability to work in inclement weather
• Ability to work with a partner
• Heavy lifting may be required at times

 

Desired Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience preferred
• Prior shipyard experience a plus
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic experience preferred
• Work from mechanical plans, blueprints, schematics, sketches, and read hydraulic/pneumatic diagrams

 

Company Overview:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding (FBS) is located in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. With roots dating back to 1918, we currently exist as