Crofton Industries

Crofton Industries is hiring: Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Portsmouth

Crofton Industries, Portsmouth, VA, US

Job Description

Crofton offers industry leading solutions above and below the waterline, combining comprehensive expertise in all facets of commercial diving, marine construction, and crane rental & rigging. We execute our projects with safety and integrity. Crofton is a growing company with a highly collaborative and dynamic work environment. Our team members work vigorously to meet our customers’ needs. No two days are the same! Crofton is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team.

The ideal Heavy Equipment Mechanic will be responsible for maintaining and repairing company equipment from cranes (lattice boom and hydraulic), winches, compressors, large pumps, boats and auxiliary equipment to include onsite repairs as well as in the shop repairs.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

Complete understanding of all aspects of heavy equipment repairs and rebuild process.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical problems.
Repairs of lattice boom and hydraulic cranes to include mobilization and de-mobilization.
Perform related mechanic duties as assigned.
Maintain and submit maintenance records of all repairs.
Follow all company and work site safety policies and procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Minimum of five years of experience as heavy equipment mechanic
Must have own tools
Ability to pass background check for shipyards
TWIC Card
Valid driver’s license

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED certificate
Post-secondary certificate or degree in engineering OR training as a mechanic (a plus)
2 to 5 years of experience with diesel/heavy equipment repair
Welding experience (a plus)
Manual dexterity
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
Exposure to construction and marine site dangers.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
Noisy environments.
Ability to respond quickly to sounds.
Able to traverse all areas of the jobsite in all types of weather; this may require walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.

Company Description

Crofton began as a commercial diving company in 1949. For over 75 years, the company has continued to grow and evolve by expanding its capabilities to better accommodate customer needs and offer competitive advantage. Today, Crofton offers comprehensive solutions in the commercial and industrial market segments, with a history of service focused in the maritime industry. Our people are our biggest asset, at every level. Each service division accommodates customers’ needs independently and when advantageous, multiple divisions collaborate with one another to transfer the economic benefits of in-house resources to customers. Crofton is a diversified contracting firm offering, marine construction, commercial diving services, crane and rigging services, and equipment rentals.

Benefits

Full time team members at Crofton have access to a comprehensive benefit package which includes the following:

-Health Insurance

-Short Term Disability Insurance

-Dental Insurance

-Life Insurance

-Supplementary Insurance via

Company Description

Crofton began as a commercial diving company in 1949. For over 75 years, the company has continued to grow and evolve by expanding its capabilities to better accommodate customer needs and offer competitive advantage. Today, Crofton offers comprehensive solutions in the commercial and industrial market segments, with a history of service focused in the maritime industry. Our people are our biggest asset, at every level. Each service division accommodates customers’ needs independently and when advantageous, multiple divisions collaborate with one another to transfer the economic benefits of in-house resources to customers. Crofton is a diversified contracting firm offering, marine construction, commercial diving services, crane and rigging services, and equipment rentals.\r\n\r\nBenefits\r\n\r\nFull time team members at Crofton have access to a comprehensive benefit package which includes the following:\r\n\r\n-Health Insurance\r\n\r\n-Short Term Disability Insurance\r\n\r\n-Dental Insurance\r\n\r\n-Life Insurance\r\n\r\n-Supplementary Insurance via