Heavy Equipment Mechanic — Shipyard Crane

About This Role

Join a shipyard crew in Houma, LA as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic focused on hydraulic lattice boom cranes. You’ll perform hands-on maintenance and repairs on hydraulic crane systems in a shipyard environment. This is a per diem position paying $29–$42/hr, with travel/per diem pay provided. Daily work includes troubleshooting mechanical and hydraulic systems, rebuilding gearboxes and pumps, and assembling lattice booms. Dredging equipment experience is a plus — if you’ve worked on dredges or marine cranes, you’ll be a strong fit. Expect outdoor work, shipyard access protocols, and a practical, safety-first crew.

What You'll Do

• • Inspect, maintain, and repair hydraulic lattice boom cranes and associated systems in a shipyard setting
• • Troubleshoot mechanical and hydraulic issues (pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, fittings) and perform field repairs
• • Disassemble and assemble lattice boom sections and perform rigging for repairs or replacement
• • Repair and rebuild gearboxes, drive components, and related mechanical systems
• • Perform preventative maintenance, routine inspections, and document work orders and parts used
• • Work with riggers and operators to test crane functions and confirm safe operation after repairs

What We're Looking For

• • Proven experience with hydraulic lattice boom crane maintenance and repair
• • Strong hydraulic skills: pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, fittings, and troubleshooting
• • Mechanical troubleshooting experience with gearboxes, general heavy equipment components, and pumps
• • Hands-on experience with lattice boom assembly and basic crane operation
• • Comfortable working in a shipyard/marine environment; dredging equipment experience is a plus
• • Ability to work outdoors, lift up to 50 lbs, follow safety procedures, and pass site security checks

Qualifications

• • Fluent in English (required)
• • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• • TWIC card or willingness to obtain (preferred for shipyard/port access)
• • OSHA 10 (or OSHA 30 preferred)
• • Willingness to travel and work per diem assignments

What We Offer

• • $29–$42 per hour (based on experience)
• • Per diem pay for travel assignments
• • Travel and lodging arranged or reimbursed when required
• • Overtime available on many jobs
• • Steady, short-term assignments with clear scopes of work

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