Outboard Mechanic Helper

The outboard mechanic helper role is responsible for assisting the Outboard Mechanic in troubleshooting, analyzing defects, and repairing electrical and mechanical systems of small marine vessels in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. This role is going to be focused on the overall maintenance and upkeep of survey boats and crew boats, predominantly pertaining to outboard motors.

Role and Responsibilities

• Helping Outboard Mechanic repair outboard motors both in the shop and in the field on smaller marine vessels.
• Disassembling and reassembling outboard motors and parts.
• Training how to inspect and troubleshoot outboard motors for damaged or defective parts.
• Working alongside Outboard Mechanic replacing parts including, but not limited to, gears, pitons, piston rings, magneto points, spark plugs, propellers, etc.
• Learning how to test motor performance at various speeds.
• Performing and scheduling preventative maintenance on outboard motors and systems requested by Outboard Mechanic.
• Working with Outboard Mechanic to monitor, repair, and test plumbing systems, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems pertaining to the motors.
• Maintaining the overall health of Callan’s crew boats and survey boats.
• Ordering parts and equipment to facilitate repairs.
• Maintaining accurate work logs and/or work orders.
• Maintaining an accurate inventory for all needed parts for efficient repairs.
• Communicating with supervisors’ progress and/or delays in equipment repair.
• Maintaining a clean work environment, following all Company safety policies and procedures.
• Performing other tasks as instructed by your manager.

Qualifications and education Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have knowledge of boat steering systems.
• Must have the ability to travel and be on short notice.
• Must be reliable and have, or have the ability to get, a TWIC card

Callan Marine, Ltd. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Employment at Callan Marine, Ltd. is on an “at-will” basis. Employment security cannot be guaranteed for or by any employee.