Fairbanks Morse Defense
Mechanic Job at Fairbanks Morse Defense in Houston
Fairbanks Morse Defense, Houston, TX, US, 77246
Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What's your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it's the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We're one of the nation's leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it's like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers
Summary
The Shop Mechanic performs repairs and overhauls of components under the supervision of Sr. Mechanics. The Mechanic shall maintain a professional and positive attitude, perform quality workmanship, and be responsive to customer needs.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
ROLE
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Educational Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing duties of the above jobs, the associate is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or other components; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear and smell. The associate frequently is required to sit and climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must have ability to regularly lift at least 35 pounds.
Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Summary
The Shop Mechanic performs repairs and overhauls of components under the supervision of Sr. Mechanics. The Mechanic shall maintain a professional and positive attitude, perform quality workmanship, and be responsive to customer needs.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
ROLE
- Ability to perform inspections and document results.
- Ability to perform repairs and overhauls of components.
- Assist in the repair and overhaul of products on marine vessels or at customer sites when necessary.
- Assigned to shop and warehouse duties including general machining, assembly, part receiving, inventory, and miscellaneous shop duties.
- Perform work related tasks in accordance with company product-line tech manuals.
- Document work performed in daily service reports.
- Document results of tests and inspections.
- Perform work related tasks in accordance with published safety guidelines.
- Wear appropriate PPE per company guidelines and in accordance with job duties.
- Immediately report all work-related accidents or injuries to the appropriate personnel.
- Complete annual safety training requirements.
- Report all near miss or potential safety hazards in writing.
- Provide accurate and timely reporting according to company guidelines.
- Provide timecards, expense reports, mileage reports, project reports.
- Maintain personal tool inventory in accordance with company policy.
- Maintain company property according to company policies.
- Obtain and Maintain certifications for this position based on internal Service Progression Requirements
- Document use of Vehicle, credit cards, test equipment, laptop, and pager.
- Perform high quality workmanship.
- Be responsive to customer needs and act as an FMD ambassador of customer.
- Provide answers to all questions and concerns.
- Complete all work in an efficient and timely manner.
- Adhere to company dress code and safety regulations.
- Maintain professional attitude and appearance.
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Educational Requirements
- Education and Experience Requirements: High School Diploma or GED required and at least one or more of the following:
- Associate degree in a technical discipline
- Three years military experience in one or more similar or equivalent product lines serviced by FMD
- Three years relevant industry experience
- Basic knowledge of diesel engines preferred
- Must be able to read and interpret product line diagrams and blueprints
- High mechanical aptitude
- Reliable team player who exhibits professional demeanor
- Proficiency in English language (verbal and writing)
- Ability to handle stressful situations
- Basic skills in Microsoft Office
- Travel up to 10% may be required.
- This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate
- Hazardous environments associated with heavy rotating equipment in gas compression, marine, and nuclear applications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing duties of the above jobs, the associate is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or other components; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear and smell. The associate frequently is required to sit and climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must have ability to regularly lift at least 35 pounds.
Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled