Marine Diesel Mechanic / Technician

Req #57

Marquette Transportation Company, LLC, 150 Ballard Circle, Paducah, Kentucky, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 1:00 AM

About Marquette:
Headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky and founded in 1978, Marquette is a leading provider of inland marine transportation services. Our Company operates over 130 towboats on the Mississippi River System, Gulf-Intracoastal Waterway, and near-shore coastwise market. In addition, the Company controls over 1,000 dry cargo barges. The Company has additional offices in St Rose, LA, Lockport, LA and La Porte, TX. With over 1,800 vessel and shore-based employees, Marquette is the largest provider of independent towing services within the inland waterways. We are the only fully integrated fleet in the industry that can do what we do.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Performing maintenance and repairs to various engines aboard vessels.
• Troubleshoot and replace pumps, compressors, and other mechanical systems.
• Assist the Port Engineer/Project Manager on repairs to vessels on dry dock.
• Extensive travel in company provided work truck.
• Observe and follow all safety rules and procedures, including PPE.
• Visit vessels in operation for repair and preventive maintenance planning.
• Work on-call rotation, ensuring coverage after hours and on weekends and holidays.
• Perform other duties and activities as directed by VP of Engineering.

Qualifications:

• EMD, John Deere, Caterpillar and/or Cummins engine experience, preferred.
• Experience with Falk, Lufkin, and Reintjes gears a plus.
• Experience with HVAC and Electrical systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of Steerprop Z drive units a plus.
• TWIC Required.
• Excellent driving record required.
• Ability to travel. (Company vehicle provided.)

Marquette offers competitive pay, health, dental & vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, bonus plan, company paid life insurance, short- & long-term disability, flexible spending account, critical illness, accident insurance, and other incentives!

Marquette is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. By clicking the link below, you authorize Marquette Transportation Company, LLC to contact you by any method at the number provided.

Job Details

Pay Type

Hourly