Apprentice Propeller Technician

Defense Maritime Solutions Inc•Chesapeake, VA

13d•$21 - $23•Hybrid

About The Position

THE APPRENTICE PROPELLER TECHNICIAN POSITION IS AN ENTRY-LEVEL POSITION FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE EAGER TO BUILD A CAREER IN THE MARITIME INDUSTRY WHILE RECEIVING HANDS-ON TRAINING FROM EXPERIENCED TECHNICIANS. CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE A STRONG ATTENTION TO DETAIL, A COMMITMENT TO SAFETY AND QUALITY STANDARDS, AND A WILLINGNESS TO LEARN IN A FAST-PACED, TEAM-ORIENTED ENVIRONMENT. THIS POSITION PROVIDES AN EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY TO DEVELOP THE TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED FOR A SUCCESSFUL CAREER IN THE MARITIME REPAIR INDUSTRY.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of hand and air tools
Understanding of basic assembly skills
Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds in weight
Willing to travel as needed
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Knowledge and skill in using computer software, including Excel, MS Word and PowerPoint
Interpersonal and communication skills
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Responsibilities

Inspect, measure, and restore out of tolerance conditions on all customer products using gaging, hand tools, and air/electric tools.
Maintain general shop cleanliness by adhering to safety, security and cleanliness standards.
Interface and work closely with other colleagues on a daily basis as part of a team.
Perform all duties in the shop and/or on-site at various locations.
Comprehend or learn how to apply engineering drawings.
Perform detailed measurement using standard and precision measurement tooling such as micrometer, veneers, and various inspection gages.
Document all visual and dimensional inspection data for reports using standard forms.
Repair and verify all areas of the propeller based on using approved procedures.
Learn how to use oxy/acetylene torch equipment for heating and cutting operations.
Perform support activities to ensure successful repair and modification of propulsion systems.
Operate overhead bridge & forklift for moving and positioning equipment and tooling.
Work as a team member to complete assigned tasks and develop ways to seek continual improvements.
Develop between 5 and 21 Ops points.
Comply and follow all safety and company policies.
Follow the direction of their Lead and Site Manager and complete assigned work using tools and blueprints.
Follow company or customer work instructions.
Meet company and customer quality requirements.
Propose new work instruction or modify existing to improve processes.
Verify and understand the data taken.