1st Class Field (Manual) Machinist - Steel America (Job ID: 1487)

Colonna's Shipyard•Norfolk, VA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Steel America, a business unit of Colonna's Shipyard, is seeking 1st Class Manual Field Machinists to work multiple on & off-site projects in and around Norfolk, VA. Routine blueprint reading and technical writing to accomplish work tasks. Daily use of tools such as micrometers, height gauges, Vernier calipers, and dividing heads to support tasking. Operate machine tools in varying tolerances according to need (from ½ thousands upwards). Non-routine maintenance and repair of portable machine tools. Routine use of hoisting and rigging equipment for heavy pieces such as forklifts and chain falls. Responsible for system tolerance determination and application. Daily tasking will involve work on various systems including Rudders and Steering, Bearings and Bushings, Engines, Motors, and Generators, Propulsion Shafting, Seals, Valve work, Propellers, Pumps, and Deck machinery. Instruct lower classes of machinists, manage work/personnel assignments and the requisition of job materials. Upholding a safe work environment is key; daily tasks require safe handling/use/storage of gasses; safe work practices; PPE; tank safe opening practices; lock-out/tag-out; confined space practices; respirator/harness fit; oil spill response.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
At least seven (7) years of experience as a Machinist.
Must have experience with manual lathes and mills.
Must be able to read and comprehend blueprints, drawings and other technical trade related documents.
Must have adept mechanical ability, manual dexterity, and hand/eye coordination required to perform various projects, per drawings, sketches, and verbal or written instructions.
Must have clean driving record.
Position requires you to gain and maintain access to government and military installations, often requiring completion of stringent background checks and screenings.
May require the ability to obtain and maintain appropriate level of security clearance depending on the contract.
Must be able to provide proper documentation as needed to process access/clearance (e.g. birth certificate, identification card, etc.).
Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 20 lbs.
Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships.
Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes.
May ride ships at sea for extended periods.
Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.
Employee is required to operate trucks, forklifts & man-lifts.
While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear.
Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist and crawl.
Work in extreme temperatures and conditions.
At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation.
Frequent use of respirator.
Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding, cutting, or working with molten metal.

Nice To Haves

Technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

Routine blueprint reading and technical writing to accomplish work tasks.
Daily use of tools such as micrometers, height gauges, Vernier calipers, and dividing heads to support tasking.
Operate machine tools in varying tolerances according to need (from ½ thousands upwards).
Non-routine maintenance and repair of portable machine tools.
Routine use of hoisting and rigging equipment for heavy pieces such as forklifts and chain falls.
Responsible for system tolerance determination and application.
Work on Rudders and Steering systems to include blue checking and fitting, piano wire alignment method, stock straightness determination, hydraulic and pneumatic controls.
Work on Bearings and Bushings to include lubrication types and methods, piano wire fit and alignment method, dial indicator alignment.
Work on Engines, Motors, and Generators: diesel engines, gas or steam turbines, generators, motors, reduction gears, clutches, PTO's, mount arrangements, systems flushing, heat exchanger (shell/tube and plate/frame), heat exchanger and systems leak testing.
Work on Propulsion Shafting to include: CPP shafting, hydraulic couplings, clearance (water bearings), wear downs (oil bearings), Piano wire alignment method, dial indicator alignment, FRP spark test, bearing contact determination, shaft straightness (run out) determination.
Work on Seals to include gaskets, packing, and "O"-rings, lips & labyrinth, mechanical, tightness testing.
Work on Valve work: leak testing, seat types, packing/gasketing/lubrication, lapping, seat types (materials and types).
Work on Propellers to include Keyed, Tapered, Flanged & Key fits- Solid and Built, CPP Systems, Polishing.
Work on Pumps to include Valving (internal & external), Bearing & Sealing arrangements, Alignment (dial indicator & laser).
Work on Deck machinery: gear boxes, bearings/seal arrangements, alignments, drivers (electric, mechanical, or hydraulic), sheaves, cables, turrets, booms.
Instruct lower classes of machinists, manage work/personnel assignments and the requisition of job materials.
Upholding a safe work environment is key daily tasks require safe handling/use/storage of gasses; safe work practices; PPE; tank safe opening practices; lock-out/tag-out; confined space practices; respirator/harness fit; oil spill response.