Outside Machinist J1 - J4 (Day Shift)

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com•Norfolk, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

General Dynamics NASSCO is seeking Outside Machinists to work in their Welding department in Norfolk, Virginia. This role involves performing machinery overhaul, installation, and testing, as well as propulsion system repairs. The position requires the ability to work on various equipment and systems within a shipyard environment. Candidates must be able to obtain necessary Navy installation badges.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent plus relevant work experience.
Outside Machinist J4: Minimum of 5 years directly related experience in a Shipyard Environment. Must meet all Journeyman 3 Outside Machinist requirements. Able to read and use tech manuals and blueprints and specification items.
Outside Machinist J3: Minimum of 4 years directly related experience in a Shipyard Environment. Must meet all Journeyman 2 Outside Machinist requirements. Able to read and use tech manuals and blueprints and specification items. Able to use and understand precision measuring instruments.
Outside Machinist J2: Minimum of 3 years directly related experience in a Shipyard Environment. Must meet all Journeyman 1 Outside Machinist requirements.
Outside Machinist J1: Minimum of 2 years directly related experience in a Shipyard Environment. Must be able to work on any equipment shown below with close supervision.
Must be able to access all Navy installations and other shipyards by obtaining DBIDS and NAVSEA badges.
Must be able to furnish sizes and clearance and also recommendations to supervisor (J4).
Must be able to go on vessels.
Must be able to climb on and around ships and walk to other yard areas.
Requires extended periods of standing and walking (75%).
Inspections and work may require climbing ladders, working at heights, walking on scaffolding and observing co-workers using tools and equipment.
Lifting/carrying tools and parts weighing up to 50 lbs. on frequent basis.
Standing, bending, sitting, reaching, pushing, pulling, crouching, kneeling, handling, finger dexterity, feeling, eye/hand/foot coordination, seeing, hearing required.
Selecting appropriate tools for jobs, as per trade classification.
Works in tight, confined work spaces on board ship.
Exposed to varied temperatures, wind, wet and humid conditions, fumes, odors and dust, vibrations from ship and hand tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience in machinery overhaul and installation and testing of winches (Electric driven Electro hydraulic), anchor windlasses, steering gear, air compressors, pump and motor alignments, valve repairs, diesel engine repairs, hydraulic trouble shooting repairs, reduction gear repairs, generator repairs, boat davit repairs, bearing fit-up & installation, gas turbine repairs, louvers, aircraft elevators, underwater hull strainer plates, cranes, brakes, resilient mounts, emitter belts, OD box removal/install, sliding pad eyes, Rast track.
Propulsion experience of shafting repairs and alignment, fixed and controllable pitch, propellers removed and installed, rudders repair and installed.
Tool requirements: Operate grinder fixed and portable, operate drill presses fixed and portable, fixed presses, porta powers, hydraulic jacks, torches and torque wrenches, assorted sizes of combination wrenches, socket sets, slip joint pliers, adjustable wrenches, wire pliers, hammers-ball pean, flat head, small mall, screw drivers (flat and phillips), vise grips, 6” scale- 12’ tape measure, snap ring pliers, micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, pipe wrench, punch set and chisels, Other tools as identified and determined as needed.

Responsibilities

Perform machinery overhaul and installation, including testing of winches, anchor windlasses, steering gear, air compressors, pump and motor alignments, valve repairs, diesel engine repairs, hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs, reduction gear repairs, generator repairs, boat davit repairs, bearing fit-up and installation, gas turbine repairs, louvers, aircraft elevators, underwater hull strainer plates, cranes, brakes, resilient mounts, emitter belts, OD box removal/install, sliding pad eyes, and Rast track.
Conduct propulsion experience including shafting repairs and alignment (fixed and controllable pitch), propeller removal and installation, and rudder repair and installation.
Operate various tools and equipment including grinders, drill presses, presses, porta powers, hydraulic jacks, torches, torque wrenches, wrenches, socket sets, pliers, hammers, screwdrivers, vise grips, scales, tape measures, snap ring pliers, micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, pipe wrenches, punch sets, and chisels.
Ensure a Work Authorization Form (WAF) ticket is on the job site and for the specific job being accomplished.
Comply with safety issues related to the specific job, such as special staging, face shields for grinding, protective clothing for hot work, and breathing apparatus.
Ensure personnel are trained or qualified for the work assigned.
Ensure personnel are working as safely and productively as possible while maintaining quality control.
Ensure a 30-minute cool down period has been accomplished in hot work areas.
Ensure the job site is left in a safe and clean condition prior to departure.
Complete repairs or installation(s) as assigned with no supervision.