Outside Machinist Handyperson

Job Description

Job Description

E-Verify Poster
Right to Work Poster

Summary:

• A handyperson must have a basic knowledge of the ship building industry and show a willingness to learn, strive, and continually improve in all aspects of his/her work. Capable of accomplishing the installation repair, and maintenance of ship's fluid systems which include pumps, compressors, purifiers, heat exchangers, actuators and valves with some Journeyman assistance and / or oversite. Capable of accomplishing the testing of equipment to ensure systems meet 4E specifications, references and drawings with some Journeyman assistance and / or oversite. Capable of accomplishing the installation and testing of various shop equipment. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate knowledge of shipyard safety best practices (i.e. job hazard analysis (JHA), fire prevention, electrical safety, tool safety, fall protection, hazardous waste operations, confined space entry, hot work operations, etc.).
• Demonstrate the ability to operate and maintain a sand blaster, parts washer, steam cleaner and paint booth.
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic math and measuring (i.e. addition, subtraction, fractions, decimals, how to read a tape measure, etc.)
• Ability to properly care for and use basic tools (e.g. flashlight, tape measure, pliers, feeler gauge, Allen wrench, crescent wrench, combination wrench, socket wrench, Ford wrench, pipe wrench, ball-peen hammer, soft hammer, Phillips and flat head screwdriver).
• Knowledgeable of how to find compartments of the ship by space number, and know port from starboard, and forward from aft.
• Possess a basic assortment of hand tools required as a Handyperson and know how to use them.
• Follow instructions exactly as given.
• Basic knowledge of ship building procedures.
• Work well with others and be able to handle constructive criticism from a mentor.
• Work safely and know the safety rules and regulations as they apply to you.
• Know the company Quality Policy and be able to state it when required.
• Must want to excel in the shipyard.
• Blank and tag equipment in accordance with NAVSEA Standard Items.
• Package, label and store material in an organized fashion.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Naval Ship Work Authorization Form (WAF) procedures.
• Possess general knowledge of 4E specifications, references and drawings (including category I and II NAVSEA Standard Items).
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and seek assistance with weights over 50 lbs.
• Able to withstand environmental factors such as:
  • Outside weather conditions 
  • High, precarious places
  • Exposed to fumes and airborne particles
  • Very loud noise level
• Occasionally perform other physical activities as required, such as:
  • Stooping
  • Bending
  • Squatting
  • Climbing (including but not limited to vertical and incline ladders, masts, and kingposts)
  • Crawling (including but not limited to through scuttles, manhole covers, tanks, and voids)
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements:

• 1st Class = 2 – 3 years of experience working in a shipyard.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain a government facility security pass/DBIDS.
• Must be able to pass Drug Screening, Work Ability Screening.
• Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.
• Some college, trade school, or technical training preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of marine and/or shipyard experience.

This position requires access to U.S. government or military sites. As such, candidates must be eligible to obtain base access clearance, which includes passing a background check and presenting valid government-issued identification. Per federal requirements, acceptable ID must be REAL ID-compliant or an approved form of federal identification, such as a valid U.S. passport.