Heavy-Duty Marine Diesel Mechanic

Broussard Brothers, Inc.
dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Louisiana, Abbeville
Mar 11, 2025
Description Heavy-Duty Marine Diesel Mechanic needed! Broussard Brothers, Inc. offers competitive pay, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(K) match, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and other incentives. Join our team today! We are seeking an experienced Heavy-Duty Marine Diesel Mechanic to join our team as a Road Mechanic. In this role, you will provide on-site diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of heavy-duty marine diesel engines and related systems. This position requires travel to marinas, shipyards, and other waterfront locations to service our diverse client base. Key Responsibilities: Diagnosis & Repair: Troubleshoot and repair heavy-duty marine diesel engines (e.g., Detroit Diesel, Cummins, Perkins, John Deere, etc.), transmissions, and propulsion systems. Maintenance: Conduct scheduled maintenance, including PM needing mechanic qualifications, fuel system cleaning, and cooling system flushes, ensuring equipment reliability. On-Site Service: Provide mobile repair services, equipped with a company service truck, while maintaining professionalism at client locations. Electrical Systems: Diagnose and repair marine electrical systems, including alternators, starters, batteries, and controls. Hydraulic Systems: Service and repair hydraulic systems used in marine applications. Documentation: Complete work orders, inspection reports, and service documentation accurately and in a timely manner. Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety regulations, both on-site and during travel. Qualifications: Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience as a diesel mechanic, preferably in the marine industry. Certification: Trade certification in heavy-duty diesel mechanics (preferred but not mandatory). Technical Skills: Proficient in diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, transmissions, and propulsion systems. Familiarity with diagnostic tools and software. Driving License: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs.), work in confined spaces, and tolerate various weather conditions. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication for client interaction and report writing. Availability: Willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours, including weekends and emergencies, as needed. Competencies: Ability to work both in groups and individually to meet goals and to develop strong working relationships with internal and external customers and team members. Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Monday through Friday schedule including after hour calls as needed on rotation. On call rotation Weekends as needed Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance License/Certifications: TWIC Class D License Work Location: In person Abbeville, Louisiana Broussard Brothers, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees with regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances' national origin' pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)