Journeyman

In the maritime industry, where colossal ships dock, and millions of tons of cargo are moved with precision, it takes teams of dedicated individuals to keep global trade in motion. Working in this dynamic sector means that you play a part in ensuring the pulse of commerce never skips a beat, all while driving the future of supply chain logistics and marine terminal operations.

Dive into a career where your talents make an impact and help us steer the future of this vital sector. Every job function in our organization, whether it’s on the docks or behind the scenes in administrative roles, finance, payroll, or IT, has a significant impact on the national economy and critical supply chain operations.

The Journeyman mechanic is required and able to service and repair all vehicles, heavy equipment, including chassis and container refrigeration for all Stevedore/Terminal operations in a timely efficient manner.

Where the pulse of global trade meets the precision of maritime excellence, at Ports America, we don’t just move cargo; we drive the nation’s economic engine!

Essential Duties:

• Trouble Shoot repair all types of power equipment, terminal and stevedore
• Be able to weld Arc, Gas, Tig,& Mig
• Be able to communicate, both verbal and written
• Positive attitude
  
  

Physical Working Conditions

• Requires the full use of the person’s hands, arms and legs.
• Upper-body strength to be able to R/R engines, transmissions, truck rear-ends, all applicable hydraulic cylinders that are associated with large forklifts and all container handling equipment.
• Standing, sitting, squatting, lying down.
• Able to lift, pull stretch to use and reach power equipment.
• Able to climb ladders.
• Able to see and hear fast moving equipment.
  
  

Minimum Requirements:

• 5 yrs. minimum Reefer/Genset experience
• 2G minimum Welding Certification and ability to braze and sold
• Necessary tools
• Valid CA drivers license
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and ability to diagnose/repair Carrier, Daikin, Star Cool, Thermo-King units and other major brands
• 608 EPA Certification
  
  

Physical Working Conditions

• Requires the full use of the person’s hands, arms and legs.
• Upper-body strength to be able to R/R engines, transmissions, truck rear-ends, all applicable hydraulic cylinders that are associated with large forklifts and all container handling equipment.
• Standing, sitting, squatting, lying down.
• Able to lift, pull stretch to use and reach power equipment.
• Able to climb ladders.
• Able to see and hear fast moving equipment.
  
  

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

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