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Ports America Shared Services, Inc. Terminal Mechanic MECHA003342 in Gulfport, Mississippi

This is a job for a Terminal Mechanic position with the company located in Gulfport, MS area.

Job Summary: The Terminal Mechanic will repair and maintain equipment necessary to provide daily and long-term support for stevedoring activities.

Responsibilities: Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair Taylor, Hyster, Kalmar, Mafi, Ottawa and Capacity Container Handling equipment such as yard hustlers, top loaders, forklifts, etc. Perform maintenance and repair on terminal vehicles including pickup trucks and vans. Primary contact for diagnosing problems with electric-powered forklifts. Perform preventive maintenance on stevedoring equipment; plug in and check fluid levels for electric forklift batteries daily. Complete written inspection report, work order, and parts list.  Must seek repair authorization and approval for parts that are not in parts inventory. Deliver and position equipment for various stevedoring activities, remain on site to perform emergency repairs during vessel/terminal operations. Other duties as assigned. Work flexible hours as dictated by business need.

Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED. 7+ years in mechanical, utility, and/or maintenance experience with internal combustion engines, diesel engines, transmissions, and/or brake systems. Basic set of mechanics hand and air tools at least up to 1 1/2" wrenches, sockets, metric, and standard.

Equal Opportunity Employer -- minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

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