Senior Workshop Marine Diesel Technician

All Jobs  >  Senior Workshop Marine Diesel Technician Apply Senior Workshop Marine Diesel Technician Fort Lauderdale, FL Apply Job Type Full-time Description Senior Workshop Marine Diesel TechnicianLocation: Fort Lauderdale, FLDepartment: Workshop OperationsReports To: Workshop ManagerWork Type: Full-Time, Non-ExemptTravel: None (Workshop-Based)Direct Reports: None (Technical Leadership Expected)Compensation: $35–$44 per hour (based on experience), plus overtime  Role Overview MSHS Pacific Power Group is seeking an experienced Marine Diesel Technician with a proven background overhauling 4-stroke marine diesel engines — and ideally 2-stroke as well. This is not a truck shop or light equipment role. We are looking for technicians who have built their career on serious marine or heavy industrial diesel iron.If you have spent years tearing down and rebuilding large-bore marine diesel engines, you understand precision measurement, you can read a failure before it becomes one, and you take pride in work that goes back into service right — this role was written for you.This role consolidates engine component overhaul and cylinder head repair into one senior-level position, designed to attract technicians from commercial shipping, offshore, power generation, superyacht, or heavy industrial marine backgrounds. You will take full ownership of complex repair jobs, make independent technical decisions, and mentor less experienced technicians while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.This is a hands-on, precision-focused workshop role supporting mission-critical marine and power generation equipment. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.   Key ResponsibilitiesDisassemble, inspect, measure, repair, and reassemble large-bore diesel engine components and cylinder heads to OEM specificationsPerform defect analysis and root cause evaluation on failed components — independently and thoroughlyExecute precision measurement and tolerance verification using bore gauges, micrometers, dial indicators, and surface platesRepair and overhaul rotating and reciprocating assemblies including pistons, connecting rods, cylinder heads, pumps, compressors, valves, filtration systems, separators, and heat exchangersPrepare clear and professional technical inspection reportsEnsure compliance with ISO 9001 and classification society standards (ABS, DNV, Lloyd's, etc.) where applicableImprove workshop quality, efficiency, and repair processesMentor and train junior technicians; provide technical guidance on complex repairsTake full ownership of assigned jobs from teardown through final inspection and documentation Required Qualifications7+ years of hands-on experience overhauling marine diesel engines — 4-stroke required, 2-stroke a strong plusDemonstrated background in marine, commercial shipping, offshore, power generation, superyacht, or heavy industrial marine diesel environmentsStrong experience with precision measurement, fits, tolerances, and mechanical inspection practicesAdvanced understanding of rotating and reciprocating mechanical systemsExperience repairing large diesel engine components such as cylinder heads, fuel systems, pumps, compressors, or similar mechanical assembliesAbility to independently diagnose wear patterns and perform mechanical failure analysisStrong written and verbal English communication skillsAbility to work independently with minimal supervision and take full ownership of assigned jobs Not the Right Fit For This RoleTo respect everyone's time, this role is not suited for candidates whose primary experience is in:Highway, OTR, or commercial truck diesel repair without marine or large-bore industrial crossoverField service technician roles without workshop-based overhaul depthLight equipment, small engine, or generator-only backgrounds  Desired SkillsDirect overhaul experience with major marine diesel OEM platformsExperience...