Marine Mechanic
Storm Chasers Marine Services
Seward, AK
07.2024 - Current
- Rebuilt outboard engines using specialized tools and techniques.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues with engine components including fuel pumps, water pumps and carburetors.
- Adjusted valves to ensure proper timing in engine operations.
- Installed new marine engines and components according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Operated a variety of hand tools to perform tasks such as cutting metal or plastic pieces.
- Assisted with launching boats into the water for testing purposes.
- Maintained records of service performed on each vessel including repairs, modifications, or other work done.
- Repaired electrical systems including wiring harnesses, alternators and starters.
- Consulted with customers regarding their needs for repairs or upgrades.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts on vessels such as propellers or shafts.
- Performed routine maintenance, such as lubrication of parts and systems, changing filters, checking fluid levels, and tightening bolts and screws.
- Repaired fuel system components such as fuel tanks, lines and injectors.
- Test drove boats after servicing to ensure proper operation.
- Inspected engines for corrosion, wear and leaks.
- Removed and either repaired or replaced parts gears, magneto points, piston rings and spark plugs to correct malfunctions.
- Overhauled and repaired gasoline marine engines, outboard motors and related marine equipment and systems using technical manuals and schematic charts.
- Mounted motors to boats and operated boats at various speeds on waterways to conduct operational tests.
- Tested marine engines and equipment to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
- Tested engines, transmissions, rigging, propellers, navigational and related systems to diagnose malfunctions.
