PORT ENGINEER / MACHINIST
Alaska General Seafoods —Ketchikan, AK
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Communication skills
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PORT ENGINEER / MACHINIST

Alaska General Seafoods -
Ketchikan, AK

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Mid-level
3 years
Communication skills

Full Job Description

PORT ENGINEER / MACHINIST

Alaska General Seafoods – Ketchikan

Position Overview

Alaska General Seafoods – Ketchikan is seeking an experienced and dependable Port Engineer/Machinist to support seasonal operations at our seafood processing facility in Ketchikan, Alaska. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plant equipment, processing machinery, and facility systems to ensure safe and efficient operations throughout the production season.

The Port Engineer/Machinist works closely with multiple departments to maintain continuous product flow and minimize equipment downtime. This position requires availability from approximately May 15 through the first week of September, depending on production requirements and the salmon run.

This position reports directly to the Plant Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of seafood processing equipment and machinery.
Maintain and repair conveyors, hydraulic tote dumpers, pumps, motors, gearboxes, and related production equipment.
Inspect, diagnose, and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
Perform maintenance, repairs, and installations on fishing vessels and vessel support equipment as assigned.
Conduct preventive maintenance inspections to minimize equipment downtime.
Diagnose mechanical failures and implement timely repairs in both shop and field environments.
Perform minor welding, fabrication, and metal repair work.
Maintain accurate service records, repair logs, and maintenance documentation.
Monitor inventory and maintain adequate stock levels of parts, oils, lubricants, fittings, and maintenance supplies.
Support plant operations by coordinating maintenance activities with production and other departments.
Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including applicable Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements.
Respond to routine and emergency maintenance calls as needed.
Assist with seasonal startup, shutdown, and facility improvement projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment.
Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
Ability to read and interpret repair manuals, technical drawings, and schematics.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a production-driven team.
Ability to complete required maintenance documentation accurately.

Preferred Qualifications

Three (3) or more years of experience as a Port Engineer, Machinist, Marine Mechanic, Industrial Maintenance Technician, or related position.
Experience maintaining seafood processing equipment.
Experience with conveyors, hydraulic systems, pumps, motors, and vessel support equipment.
Welding and metal fabrication experience.
Experience working in seafood processing, marine operations, shipyards, or industrial facilities.

Working Conditions

Ability to work long hours in wet, cold, and high-noise environments.
Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and industrial equipment.
Exposure to chemicals, oils, lubricants, cleaning agents, and marine environments.
May work in elevated areas, confined spaces, and outdoor dockside conditions.
Schedule may require 8 to 16-hour shifts, up to seven (7) days per week, based on production needs.
Must be willing and able to work day or night shift as assigned.
Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Compensation and Benefits

Wage: TBD, based on experience.
Overtime is paid after eight (8) regular hours worked per day and forty (40) regular hours worked per week, in accordance with applicable labor agreements.
Housing, meals, and transportation provided.
Shipping of personal tools to and from the plant is covered by the company.
Union position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Alaska General Seafoods is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

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