Mechanic I

The Mechanic I is responsible for supporting the maintenance and reliability of equipment critical to port operations. This role performs preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs, troubleshooting, and equipment calibrations while working under established safety procedures and operational guidelines. As part of the Crane and Vehicle Maintenance team, the Mechanic I helps minimize equipment downtime, ensure machinery operates at peak performance, and maintain the safe and efficient movement of cargo throughout The Port of Virginia.

This position provides hands-on experience and training on a variety of port equipment, including cranes, straddle carriers, forklifts, and hustler trucks, offering an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills in a dynamic operational environment. What You’ll Do: Responsibilities Works under established standard operating procedures and safety guidelines and rules.

Performs repairs and calibrations for various equipment and machinery. Troubleshoots and diagnoses causes of equipment and machinery failures and apply corrective actions. Resolves equipment breakdowns in efforts to minimize downtime. Starts all equipment at the beginning of each day. Ensures all equipment is filled with gas.

Ensure compliance to the safety procedures and operational guidelines Performs monthly PM’s. Identifies needed parts for the repair of cranes and hustlers. Keeps aging cranes up and running to ensure proper function within specifications. Performs preventative maintenance as needed to ensure all equipment operates at desired levels.

Performs other duties as assigned. The Port of Virginia is a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week, 365-day-a-year operation, schedule and location may vary based on the needs of the operation.

Who You Are

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent required. Licenses, Certifications, and Credentials Valid driver’s license; Transportation Worker Identification Credential Work Experience No experience required. Some experience maintaining and repairing machinery preferred. Skills Verbal and written communication skills, High Mechanical aptitude, High Teamwork skills, High Able to follow directions and maintain safe working standards, High Keen attention to detail, High Knowledge of equipment maintenance principles, tools, and procedures, Developing