Marine Mechanic (Shipyard)
$26 - $32 per hourLet's Work
Marine Mechanic - Shipyard (Vessel Systems & Machinery) Location: Portland, OR Overview This role involves hands-on mechanical work on vessels and in a shipyard environment supporting the installation, maintenance, and repair of marine propulsion systems and heavy machinery. Work includes precision alignment, equipment installation, and troubleshooting mechanical systems to OEM and engineering standards. This is a skilled trade position working on complex vessel systems in a fast-paced marine repair and construction environment in Portland. What You'll Do
The Work This is a hands-on marine mechanical role working on large-scale vessel systems where precision and craftsmanship matter. Ideal for mechanics who take pride in alignment work, machinery installation, and solving complex mechanical problems in a team-driven environment. #zr
- Install, remove, and service marine propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Align pumps, motors, gearboxes, shafts, and rotating equipment
- Perform rigging, lifting, and positioning of heavy components
- Read and work from schematics, blueprints, and OEM technical manuals
- Support shafting, rudder, and propeller installation and removal
- Work with shrink-fit and expansion-fit components using controlled heating or liquid nitrogen methods
- Assemble and install mechanical systems using hand and power tools
- Ensure all work meets safety and quality standards
- Communicate with supervisors and team members to resolve mechanical issues
- Strong mechanical background in marine, industrial, or heavy equipment environments
- Experience with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators)
- Ability to align rotating equipment such as pumps, motors, and shafts
- Comfortable reading technical drawings and OEM installation instructions
- Experience with rigging, lifting, and safe handling of heavy components
- Strong troubleshooting ability and attention to detail
- Physically capable of lifting up to 75 lbs
- Willingness to work at heights and in confined spaces
- Reliable, team-oriented, and safety-focused
- Shipyard, marine repair, or vessel maintenance background
- Industrial maintenance or heavy mechanical assembly experience
- Exposure to propulsion systems, drivetrain alignment, or hydraulic systems
- $26-$32/hour depending on experience
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Approximately 50 hours per week with overtime opportunities
- Benefits and PTO after 3 months
- 401(k) with company match after 12 months
The Work This is a hands-on marine mechanical role working on large-scale vessel systems where precision and craftsmanship matter. Ideal for mechanics who take pride in alignment work, machinery installation, and solving complex mechanical problems in a team-driven environment. #zr
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