Job Ref: # 1826088
Date Posted: 7/22/2026
Location: Portland, OR
Salary (USD): $43 - $48
Description
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced marine diesel mechanic or maintenance leader looking to step into a hands-on leadership role with a premier maritime operator known for safety, operational excellence, and long-term career opportunities.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Lead maintenance operations supporting commercial tug and barge fleet
- Portland, Oregon-based leadership position
- $43.26-$48.07/hour plus overtime
- Stable, well-established maritime company
- Mix of hands-on troubleshooting and team leadership
- Lead mechanics, vendors, shipyard repairs, and preventative maintenance
- Excellent benefits and long-term career growth
IDEAL BACKGROUND
- Seeking experienced professionals with:
- Marine diesel engine maintenance
- Tugboat or commercial vessel maintenance
- Heavy industrial mechanical maintenance
- Hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel and electrical systems
- Preventative maintenance planning
- Maintenance supervision or crew leadership
- Shipyard or marine repair experience
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
TARGET PROFILE
Strong fit could come from:
- Marine Mechanics
- Port Engineers
- Chief Engineers
- Marine Maintenance Supervisors
- Tugboat Engineers
- Commercial Marine Mechanics
- Heavy industrial diesel mechanics with leadership experience
- Navy Enginemen (EN)
- Navy Machinist's Mates (MM)
- Coast Guard Machinery Technicians (MK)
- Marine Corps and Army heavy equipment maintenance leaders with commercial or maritime experience
COMPENSATION
- $43.26-$48.07/hour
- Overtime eligible
- Outstanding medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits
- Immediate 401(k) match
- PTO, holidays, tuition reimbursement and more
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