Mechanic Class 1

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanic First Class

This position is located at our Bayou La Batre, AL facility.

Join the Birdon team and help ensure USCG boats are safe and reliable!

Our mechanics are an integral piece of our work on a daily basis.  Some of your daily functions will include:

• Knowledge of 12-volt and 24-volt electrical systems as it pertains to starting circuits.
• Must be able to follow schedules and deadlines.
• Must be able to align diesel engines to shafts proficiently.
• Must be able to install and align P-Struts
• Must be able to read various instruments of measure (micrometer, feeler gauges, levels, tape, torque wrenches, calipers, etc)
• Must possess advanced knowledge of steering, fuel, exhaust, cooling, and other related systems as it pertains to marine engines and generators.
• Must be able to install systems including but not limited to: fire suppression, steering, cooling, fuel, DC systems related to engines, fire pumps, jets, drive shafts and exhaust.
• Install generators.
• Install and plumb AC and generator cooling water pickup systems.
• Run and troubleshoot generator systems.

If you have at least 2 years’ experience in Marine Mechanical Installation, possess a High School Diploma or GED and fundamental knowledge in marine electrical systems, we want to talk to you!

Birdon is committed to the HEALTH and SAFETY of our workforce and to the ENVIRONMENT, we expect this same commitment from all employees.

Birdon America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Know Your Rights The Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company’s written Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by emailing View email address on jobswipe.net . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact View email address on jobswipe.net for further assistance.