What are the responsibilities and job description for the MECHANIC I position at Willard Marine?
Serving as a global leader in boat manufacturing since 1957, Willard Marine is a recognized pioneer in the design and construction of high-performance boats. In the 1980s, Willard Marine expanded its focus from recreational and commercial use to military, law enforcement, and public safety requirements. With over 50 years of design, engineering, and manufacturing experience, repeat customers include the US Navy, US Coast Guard, Homeland Security, NOAA, Law Enforcement Agencies, and foreign governments alike. These are the most challenging customers in the world and represent the most demanding requirements. In response, Willard Marine boats have an unsurpassed record of reliable and durable performance under the most demanding conditions. It is no accident that the US Navy has placed Willard Marine RIBs on almost every significant surface ship in its fleet, more RIBs than all our competitors combined.
Essential Functions:
Under the direction of the Lead Mechanic, Shop Supervisor or Director of Manufacturing, individual shall:
- Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, jacks, and hoists.
- Raise heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
- Assist in the inspection and verification of dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
- Assist in the inspection, repair, and maintenance of mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps and compressors.
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks such as lubricating and cleaning parts.
- Assist in dismantling machines and subassemblies to gain access to and repair or replace defective parts.
- Assist in emergency repairs.
- Read and interpret documents such as safety rules.
- Assist in installing steering system, water jets, engines, fuel systems, raw water system, controls, deck, and hardware.
- Basic mathematical skills, such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
- Coordinate work assignment preparation and completion with other workers.
- Must be available to work overtime as needed.
- Previous experience in the marine industry preferred.
Other Physical Requirements:
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (safety glasses, masks, goggles, etc.).
Ability to lift 50 lbs. of material/push & pull boats.
Ability to physically transit all areas of the facility and go in and out of boats.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
