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Wood Plc

Mechanic - Offshore

Lafayette, LA · On-site

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is searching for a Mechanic with extensive offshore experience in ... Solar Turbine and CAT C15 diesel generator experience preferred. Company Overview Wood is a global ...

Gulf Crane Services, INC

Offshore Crane Mechanic

Houma, LA · On-site

$25.50 - $33.50/hr

Perform basictroubleshooting and maintenance required on diesel engines. Carry outpreventative ... Must have mechanical, hydraulic anddiesel experience. Must have completed Braden Winch Training.

Gulf Crane Services, INC

Offshore Crane Mechanic

Duson, LA · On-site

$21.25 - $28/hr

Perform basictroubleshooting and maintenance required on diesel engines. Carry outpreventative ... Must have mechanical, hydraulic anddiesel experience. Must have completed Braden Winch Training.

Gulf Crane Services, INC

Offshore Crane Mechanic

Houma, LA · On-site

$25.50 - $33.50/hr

Perform basictroubleshooting and maintenance required on diesel engines. Carry outpreventative ... Must have mechanical, hydraulic anddiesel experience. Must have completed Braden Winch Training.

Gulf Crane Services, INC

Offshore Crane Mechanic

Duson, LA · On-site

$21.25 - $28/hr

Perform basictroubleshooting and maintenance required on diesel engines. Carry outpreventative ... Must have mechanical, hydraulic anddiesel experience. Must have completed Braden Winch Training.

Mactech Inc

Offshore Cutting Technician

Broussard, LA · On-site

$22.50 - $31.25/hr

Now Hiring: Offshore Cutting Technician ???? Location: Based out of Mactech Offshore - Travel ... on mechanical and hydraulic tools * Troubleshoot systems including electrical, diesel, and ...

Mactech Inc

Offshore Cutting Technician

Broussard, LA · On-site

$22.50 - $31.25/hr

Now Hiring: Offshore Cutting Technician ???? Location: Based out of Mactech Offshore - Travel ... on mechanical and hydraulic tools * Troubleshoot systems including electrical, diesel, and ...

Danos, LLC

Deepwater Mechanic

Houma, LA · On-site

The position of Deepwater Mechanic entails operating an offshore production facility according to ... diesel generators, and reciprocating equipment like pumps and compressors. * Operate offshore ...

Danos, LLC

Deepwater Mechanic

Houma, LA · On-site

... gas/diesel generators, and reciprocating equipment like pumps and compressors. Responsibilities * Operate offshore production facility in accordance with customer requirements * Test, calibrate ...

Danos, LLC

Deepwater Mechanic

Houma, LA · On-site

... gas/diesel generators, and reciprocating equipment like pumps and compressors. Responsibilities * Operate offshore production facility in accordance with customer requirements * Test, calibrate ...

Danos, LLC

Deepwater Mechanic

Galliano, LA · On-site

... gas/diesel generators, and reciprocating equipment like pumps and compressors. Responsibilities * Operate offshore production facility in accordance with customer requirements * Test, calibrate ...

Danos, LLC

Deepwater Mechanic

Galliano, LA · On-site

The position of Deepwater Mechanic entails operating an offshore production facility according to ... diesel generators, and reciprocating equipment like pumps and compressors. * Operate offshore ...

Danos, LLC

Deepwater Mechanic

Houma, LA · On-site

... gas/diesel generators, and reciprocating equipment like pumps and compressors. Responsibilities * Operate offshore production facility in accordance with customer requirements * Test, calibrate ...

Danos, LLC

Deepwater Mechanic

Lafayette, LA

... gas/diesel generators, and reciprocating equipment like pumps and compressors. Responsibilities * Operate offshore production facility in accordance with customer requirements * Test, calibrate ...

Danos, LLC

Deepwater Mechanic

Galliano, LA · On-site

... gas/diesel generators, and reciprocating equipment like pumps and compressors. Responsibilities * Operate offshore production facility in accordance with customer requirements * Test, calibrate ...

Danos, LLC

Deepwater Mechanic

Lafayette, LA · On-site

... gas/diesel generators, and reciprocating equipment like pumps and compressors. Responsibilities * Operate offshore production facility in accordance with customer requirements * Test, calibrate ...

Danos, LLC

Deepwater Mechanic

Houma, LA · On-site

... gas/diesel generators, and reciprocating equipment like pumps and compressors. Responsibilities * Operate offshore production facility in accordance with customer requirements * Test, calibrate ...

Danos, LLC

Deepwater Mechanic

Lafayette, LA · On-site

... gas/diesel generators, and reciprocating equipment like pumps and compressors. Responsibilities * Operate offshore production facility in accordance with customer requirements * Test, calibrate ...

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How much do offshore diesel mechanic jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for offshore diesel mechanic in the United States is $28.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an offshore diesel mechanic?

To excel as an Offshore Diesel Mechanic, you must possess strong mechanical aptitude, solid troubleshooting skills, and formal qualifications such as a technical diploma or apprenticeship in diesel mechanics. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, heavy equipment, and certifications like BOSIET (Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training) or HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training) are often required. Dependability, adaptability, and effective communication are critical soft skills, especially when working on remote teams with tight schedules. These capabilities are essential for ensuring equipment reliability, personal safety, and seamless operations in challenging offshore environments.

What is an offshore diesel mechanic?

An Offshore Diesel Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting diesel engines and related equipment on offshore oil rigs, ships, or platforms. They work with generators, pumps, compressors, and other mechanical systems to ensure smooth operations. This role requires strong mechanical skills, knowledge of diesel engines, and the ability to work in challenging offshore environments. Safety is a top priority, as the job often involves working in hazardous conditions. Offshore Diesel Mechanics typically work on rotation schedules, spending weeks at sea before returning home.

What is the typical work schedule and environment for an offshore diesel mechanic?

Offshore Diesel Mechanics generally work rotational schedules, such as two weeks on and two weeks off, living and working on oil rigs or platforms during their shifts. The environment can be physically demanding and requires adherence to strict safety protocols due to the remote and hazardous nature of offshore sites. Mechanics collaborate closely with other maintenance staff, engineers, and operations teams to keep equipment running smoothly. This unique setup fosters strong teamwork and offers extended time off during leave periods, making it ideal for those comfortable with both technical work and extended periods away from home.

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Infographic showing various Offshore Diesel Mechanic job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,798 per year, or $28.3 per hour.

Mechanic - Offshore

Wood Plc

Lafayette, LA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is searching for a Mechanic with extensive offshore experience in the oil and gas industry on a production platform. Work schedule of 14x14 with a work terminal out of either Abbeville, Houma or Santa Fe.

Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required.

  • Operates, tests, maintains, repairs and record keep required data on all safety shutdown systems and devices in accordance with BSEE regulations and approved facility permit safe chart. This includes such devices as control valves, actuators, sensors, pilots, pressures, and temperature or level controllers. In addition, must maintain facility safety equipment, which includes firefighting equipment, emergency supplies, survival capsules, navigational aids, and alarm systems in accordance with BSEE and USCG regulations.
  • Operation and maintenance of all rotating equipment such as compressors, generators, platform cranes, pumps, winches, etc. in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
  • Monitor control panels, shutdown devices, liquid levels, flow rates, temperatures, etc. to keep them within the designed operating range.  
  • Repairs and maintains, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications, machinery and mechanical equipment, such as generators, turbines, engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment, using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring and testing instruments.
  • Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
  • Maintains documentation (records), as required, on all work performed by loading these records into work management software program.
  • Repair and replace seals and properly align shafts in various types of pumps including, but not limited to, centrifugal, water, chemical or crude oil pumps; submersible pumps and injection pumps.
  • Check and set mechanical clearances to comply with OEM specified tolerances using dial test indicators, feeler gauges micrometers, calipers, strain gauges, deflection gauge, etc...
  • Perform all preventative maintenance in accordance with applicable company procedures.
  • Record all maintained data in proper logs or maintenance records.
  • Monitor operating parameters on equipment; make adjustments, report unusual conditions to platform supervisor.
  • Additional duties per Supervisor.
Skills / Qualifications

Required:  High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 3-5 years offshore mechanic experience on a production platform required; Must have experience working on production platform equipment as well as turbine experience.  

Preferred:  Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; ; 5-8 years offshore experience on a production platform preferred. Solar Turbine and CAT C15 diesel generator experience preferred.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Employment Type: OTHER

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