Cleveland
Job Description Job Title: Vessel Fleet Mechanic Shift: 1st Pay: up to $26 Job Description We are seeking a skilled Vessel Fleet Mechanic to join our maintenance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a diverse fleet of heavy equipment, including marine vessels, industrial machinery, and support vehicles. This role requires strong mechanical expertise, hands-on experience with various tools and systems, and the ability to work efficiently in a dynamic environment. The Vessel Fleet Mechanic plays a critical role in ensuring operational safety, reliability, and compliance across our fleet operations. Responsibilities • Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on vessels and fleet., • Diagnose mechanical issues using schematics, diagnostic tools, software, and technical manuals., • Repair and overhaul engines, electrical systems, transmissions, hydraulics, suspension systems, and other mechanical components., • Service and repair heavy machinery, including tugboats., • Operate power tools and hand tools safely to complete repairs efficiently., • Troubleshoot electrical systems, including diagnostics and soldering tasks., • Ensure all repairs meet safety standards and comply with industry regulations., • Keep detailed records of maintenance activities and parts used., • Assist in the training of junior technicians when necessary., • Remain up-to-date with industry advancements and new vessel technologies., • Strong mechanical expertise in diesel engine repair, transmissions, hydraulics, HVAC systems, and suspension repairs., • Experience with heavy equipment operation and vessel maintenance., • Ability to operate forklift trucks and other heavy machinery confidently., • Excellent mechanical knowledge combined with the ability to use hand tools and power tools effectively., • Familiarity with fabricating using welding equipment and working with schematics is preferred., • Experience working on diesel equipment or similar industrial machinery is advantageous. This is an opportunity to grow long-term with a stable and expanding business that does not lay off employees. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k profit-sharing plan with a 4% company match, vacation and holiday pay, and three floating holidays of your choice. The company invests heavily in training employees, offers unlimited overtime, and provides short-term and long-term disability insurance along with an employee assistance program. Work Environment The work environment is a full-service shipyard for new vessel and barge construction, fabrication, maintenance, and repairs in a state-of-the-art facility. The shipyard, located in the Old River Channel on the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland, Ohio, features a 900-ton mobile Travelift and approximately 2,000 linear feet of waterfront. An additional 3,800 linear feet of waterfront is available on the Cuyahoga River near the shipyard. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $54080.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.