1st Class Insulator

MILLS MARINE & SHIP REPAIR•Portsmouth, VA
•Onsite

About The Position

Mills Marine, a growing ship repair company focused on repairing and building ships to support the Military’s Mission, is seeking a Marine Lagger and Insulator. This role is committed to providing safe, quality, and process-driven services for customers in new ship construction and repair. The Marine Lagger and Insulator independently performs the complete range of insulation and lagging work associated with U.S. Navy ship construction, repair, alteration, and modernization. The position requires identifying requirements, planning work, determining material/tool needs, fabricating and installing insulation, and presenting inspection-ready work with minimal supervision.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Ship board or ship yard experience
  • Proven experience in marine lagging or insulation roles
  • Ability to read and understand English
  • Proficiency in using hand tools specific to insulation and insulation work
  • Physical ability to lift heavy materials and work in various marine environments
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening
  • Required physical examination and respirator fit testing
  • Subject to random drug and alcohol testing
  • Background check, including verification of the past seven years of employment history

Nice To Haves

  • 4 years or more marine lagging or insulating experience
  • Experience working with specialized insulation for piping, machinery compartment and ventilation insulation
  • Familiarity with safety standards and regulations related to marine vessel fabrication
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team

Responsibilities

  • Independently completing routine marine insulation tasks
  • Work with piping, bulkhead, overhead, ventilation, and machinery insulation work
  • Performs insulation work, material preparation, removal, cleanup, staging
  • Using hand tools, measuring
  • Maintaining a safe and clean environment
  • Following directions and the lead of the supervisor and task manager

Benefits

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Paid vacation accrual
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life and accidental death insurance
  • Optional life and disability insurance
  • Legal Resource Benefit
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Full-time, long-term employment opportunities
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