Diesel Mechanic - Night Shift Job at Lynden International in Seattle

6110 W Marginal Wy SW, Seattle, WA 98106, USA

Overview

Alaska Marine Lines is the leading marine transportation company providing barge service to and from Alaska and Hawaii. We offer a stable and set work schedule that gives you a life outside of work. Having not had a single layoff in 40+ years, we offer you job stability in a career that can take you to retirement. Competitive pay and great benefits with a solid company that cares about its employees makes AML the place for you.

Alaska Marine Lines is looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our night shift team. Have you been working on diesel engines for the last few years and are ready for a new challenge? We are looking for a heavy equipment Diesel Mechanic who wants job stability and great benefits in a career that will lead them to retirement. This is a safety sensitive position.

Our night shift team works Tuesday - Friday 2:00pm - 12:30am.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose & repair company equipment using specialized tools and meters as well as hand & power tools.
• Perform preventative maintenance to ensure reliability of equipment.
• Adjust, repair and/or replace parts in engines, transmissions, differentials, brakes and other equipment.
• Observe, listen and operate mechanical devices (both in and out of operations) to locate causes of trouble or signs of failure.
• Install new systems either as designed or as changed by the company.
• Adjust or repair hydraulic systems and components.
• Ability and willingness to travel to Alaska twice a year as required for varied lengths of time.
• Own basic hand tools common to the trade and be willing and able to acquire additional tooling as the position requires. Properly use and maintain company supplied tooling.
• Comply with all company safety polices, including use of protective equipment and Fit for Work.

Qualifications

• Journey level mechanic with at least 4 years related experience preferred.
• Experience and considerable knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of various types of heavy equipment, lift trucks, tractors, hostlers and other driven equipment and tools.
• AA certificate from college or vocational/technical school in Diesel Technology is preferred.

Benefits

• Paid Time off – start with 17 days paid time off a year (PTO) + additional extended leave paid time
• Paid Holidays - 8 paid holiday a year in addition to PTO
• Health Insurance - medical, dental and vision with low employee contributions
• Health Insurance for your family – we also contribute to medical, dental and vision for your family
• 401(k) with company match + additional annual retirement contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Life Insurance and AD&D – we pay for at no cost to you
• Long term disability – we pay for at no cost to you
• Opportunities for internal promotions/career advancement
• Family friendly work hours (closed on weekends and paid holidays)
• Discretionary Bonus Program
• Competitive wages with annual performance and wage reviews

Note: All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical, background check, and pre-employment drug screen. Random drug testing is a requirement for all AML employees.

Alaska Marine Lines is an equal opportunity employer. AML does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship or immigration status, age, national origin, the presence of any physical, mental, or sensory disability, gender identity, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, political ideology, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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