Mechanic I

Job Description

Job Description

Founded in 1988, Mersino is a single source for pumping services, contract dewatering, one-pass trenching, power generation and drilling. Our people are the most valuable asset, and we strive to maintain a culture that inspires dedication to customer service. Whether a planned project or an emergency response, Mersino meets challenges with expertise, equipment, and service. 

We move water.

Location: Havelock, NC

Job Summary:

The primary responsibility of the Mechanic is to maintain, service, and repair the company’s mechanical equipment, including pumps, generators, and related equipment.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

• Service, repair, and maintain the company’s fleet and mechanical equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns and execute necessary repairs
• Complete necessary service and maintenance on all equipment
• Perform quality checks on repaired equipment
• Perform manual disassembly and assembly of pumping equipment and mechanisms
• Repair and maintain submersible and centrifugal pumps as well as generators
• Maintain service order process, including providing descriptions of repairs on maintenance on mechanical equipment; file appropriate documentation as required
• Keep work area clean and organized for enhanced shop operations
• Maintain accurate service records on all equipment serviced
• Dispose of hazardous materials in compliance with company and regulatory agency requirements
• Adhere to applicable company and regulatory agency environmental, health and safety standards
• Ensure that The Mersino Way is a guiding document in all daily activities

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; experience in the service and repair of large equipment preferred
• Degree or certificate in diesel or heavy-duty repairs or related field desired
• Planning and organizational skills in handling multiple projects
• Proficient in utilizing current technology to diagnose and repair mechanical equipment

Specific Expectations:

• Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet job requirements
• Skilled in use of various tools used to maintain and repair mechanical equipment
• Ability to read and interpret assembly and repair instructions, manuals and schematics
• Proficient in use of computer programs to maintain maintenance and repair records
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to multi-task in a changing environment
• Strongly self-motivated, ability to perform tasks with little or no direction
• Required intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward

Career Path:

This position is primarily responsible for the mechanical readiness and the operational performance of pumps in the shop and the field. This experience will prepare the employee for additional career paths that include, but are not limited to:

• Foreman or Superintendent: Primary lead responsible for instructing crews and managing complete pump system setups. This is primarily for larger local projects that have multiple pumps and large piping.
• Regional Superintendent: Travel across the region to implement the larger and high-profile projects as needed and requested by the RVP.
• Lead Mechanic: Work primarily on pumps/generators in the field and/or the shop.
• Shop foreman: Hands on working and delegating work of Shop Mechanics and Field Mechanics.
• Service Writer: Computer focused data entry for Repair Orders and Inventory Control
• Service Manager: Manage all operations of the Service division for the branch.
• Project Manager: Manage the setup, operation and financial performance of projects from implementation to completion.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.