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Terral RiverService

Vessel Mechanic

Lettsworth, LA · On-site

$24 - $28.50/hr

Title: Vessel Mechanic Location: Lettsworth, LA Classification: Full Time Employment Type: Exempt Position Summary: Terral RiverService, Inc. is currently seeking a skilled and experienced ...

TerralRiver Service

Vessel Mechanic

Lettsworth, LA · On-site

Title: Vessel Mechanic Location: Lettsworth, LA Classification: Full Time Employment Type: Exempt Position Summary: Terral RiverService, Inc. is currently seeking a skilled and experienced ...

Republic Services

Vessel Mechanic

Alameda, CA · On-site

$29.45 - $40.47/hr

The Marine Mechanic Technician A provides expert maintenance and repairs to vessels, marine equipment, and other response equipment. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES: * Execution of mechanical maintenance ...

Republic Services

Vessel Mechanic

Alameda, CA · On-site

$29.45 - $40.47/hr

The Marine Mechanic Technician A provides expert maintenance and repairs to vessels, marine equipment, and other response equipment. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES: * Execution of mechanical maintenance ...

Republic Services

Vessel Mechanic

Alameda, CA · On-site

$29.45 - $40.47/hr

The Marine Mechanic Technician A provides expert maintenance and repairs to vessels, marine equipment, and other response equipment. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES: * Execution of mechanical maintenance ...

Seastreak LLC

Engineer

Atlantic Highlands, NJ · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Job Summary: The vessel mechanic/engineer is responsible for ensuring that vessel propulsion equipment and related auxiliary systems are operated and maintained as specified by manufacturer ...

Seastreak LLC

Engineer

Atlantic Highlands, NJ · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Job Summary: The vessel mechanic/engineer is responsible for ensuring that vessel propulsion equipment and related auxiliary systems are operated and maintained as specified by manufacturer ...

Goodwin Marine Services

Vessel Engineer

Hull, MA · On-site

Flexible schedule Seeking a qualified Engineer to perform maintenance and repair of the vessel's mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. The role involves ensuring equipment readiness for ...

Smurfit Westrock Company

Pressure Vessel and Mechanical Integrity Engineer OPPORTUNITY SUMMARY: As the Pressure Vessel & Mechanical Integrity Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the site's Pressure ...

WestRock Company

Pressure Vessel and Mechanical Integrity Engineer Locations Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 27-Aug-2026 Relocation Support Yes Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to ...

Smurfit-Westrock

Pressure Vessel and Mechanical Integrity Engineer Locations Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 27-Aug-2026 Relocation Support Yes Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to ...

Port of San Diego

Vessel Equipment Mechanic

San Diego, CA · On-site

$75K - $92K/yr

Enjoy a 4/10 work schedule, great benefits, and a rewarding career that combines hands-on mechanical work, a unique vessel fleet, and an unbeatable waterfront setting. DEFINITION Under general ...

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Vessel Mechanic

Lettsworth, LA • On-site

Terral RiverService
Water Transportation • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$24 - $28.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Carry out services and minor repairs on vessels and equipment

  • Record and maintain engineering logs related to vessel operations

  • Communicate concerns and job-related issues to the Port Engineer and Captain

Job description

Title: Vessel Mechanic
Location: Lettsworth, LA
Classification: Full Time
Employment Type: Exempt
Position Summary:
Terral RiverService, Inc. is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the proper functioning and maintenance of machinery and equipment for Terral's inland line and fleet boats. The Mechanic will play a crucial role in minimizing downtime, optimizing operational efficiency, and contributing to the overall success of our organization. This position reports to the Port Engineer.
Essential Job Functions:
  • Record and maintain engineering logs, such as speed and direction change orders and gauge readings.
  • Carryout services and minor repairs on vessels and equipment
  • Communicate concerns & job-related issues to the Port Engineer and Captain.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Basic requirements:
  • Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a TWIC.
  • General knowledge of marine equipment, engines, and boat systems is preferred.
  • MUST be self-motivated, organized, and detail oriented.
  • Communicate well in both written & verbal form.
  • Capable of managing time effectively & multi-tasking as necessary.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Must be able to work various hours/holidays/weekends.

Physical Requirements
  • The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces.
  • Must be able to work in difficult conditions with exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, wind, heat, etc.)
  • Must be comfortable working aboard boats and barges.
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work at protected heights up to 40 feet.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Note:
This job description provides a general overview of the typical responsibilities and qualifications for a Vessel Mechanic. Actual job requirements may vary based on the specific needs of the organization and industry standards.
About Terral RiverService, Inc:
Terral RiverService (TRS) is a Family-owned business with a continually growing footprint of boats and barges throughout most of the inland waterway system of the US. We specialize in bulk storage, material handling, river, road and rail logistics along the Mississippi River system, the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and the inland waterways of Louisiana and southern Arkansas. With our growing fleet of push boats, river barges and modern dock operations strategically located throughout the Lower Mississippi River Valley, we are outfitted to transport, handle and store virtually any commodity needed in the marketplace. TRS has over 550 employees and has operations in multiple states.

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