Outside Machinist Outside Machinist
Location: Newport News, Virginia
Pay & Benefits
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Starting Pay: $30.00+ per hour
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Per Diem: $140.00 per day (7 days per week for qualified travelers)
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Perfect Attendance Bonus: $0.50 per hour, paid weekly
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Contract Length: 2 Years
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Full-Time
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Overtime Available
Position Summary
CraftForce is seeking experienced Outside Machinists to support long-term shipbuilding projects in Newport News, Virginia. This is a two-year opportunity offering competitive pay, daily per diem, overtime, and long-term stability.
The Outside Machinist is responsible for the installation, alignment, overhaul, testing, and repair of propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery, valves, pumps, hydraulic systems, and other critical shipboard equipment. Candidates should possess strong mechanical aptitude, precision measurement skills, and previous commercial or naval shipyard experience.
This position requires the ability to interpret complex blueprints, work safely in a shipyard environment, and perform precision machinery installation while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Qualifications
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Minimum 4 years of commercial or naval shipyard experience as a First Class Outside Machinist.
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Strong understanding of shipbuilding terminology and systems.
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Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, drawings, diagrams, and specifications.
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Familiarity with OSHA regulations related to the shipbuilding industry.
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Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
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Experience working independently and as part of a team.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Machinery Installation & Alignment
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Install main engines and propulsion plant equipment.
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Install steam turbines and generators.
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Install diesel engines.
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Install pumps, motors, compressors, condensers, and heat exchangers.
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Install hydraulic systems and components.
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Install low and high-pressure air compressors.
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Install sea valves and steam valves.
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Install anchor windlasses, winches, arresting gear, and aircraft elevators.
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Install weapons elevators.
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Install deck and hangar doors.
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Install mast and antenna assemblies.
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Install ballast tank components.
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Install noise reduction equipment.
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Install deck ordinance.
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Install hull inserts.
Precision Machining & Mechanical Work
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Perform shafting and bearing work.
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Fit, blue check, and install liners.
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Perform optical alignments.
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Operate lathes.
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Operate boring bars.
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Operate portable milling and drilling machines.
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Drill and tap components.
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Perform flange make-up.
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Install and replace boiler tubes.
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Install valve and pump packing.
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Install lift check valves.
Valve, Pump & Equipment Maintenance
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Perform steam and WOG valve overhauls.
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Overhaul pumps and mechanical equipment.
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Install and align ALRE pump/motor assemblies (M-179 & JX).
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Operate centrifugal pumps.
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Perform AC and refrigeration repairs.
Testing & Commissioning
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Hydrostatic testing of systems.
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Air conditioning hydro testing.
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Test main engine operations.
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Test boiler operations.
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Perform distilling plant testing.
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Conduct lube oil flushing.
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Verify system cleanliness requirements.
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Perform system grooming.
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Maintain steam plant cleanliness standards.
Precision Measurement
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Utilize micrometers, rulers, precision measuring tools, and alignment equipment.
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Perform lapping and blue checking procedures.
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Verify soft foot conditions and liner sizing.
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Maintain precise tolerances throughout installations.
Preferred Skills
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Understanding of basic ship systems.
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Knowledge of propulsion systems.
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Steam plant experience.
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Familiarity with system cleanliness grades.
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Experience with naval vessel machinery installations.
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Experience operating cargo cranes.
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Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
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Ability to work safely in confined spaces, elevated work areas, and industrial environments.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to stand, kneel, crouch, climb, crawl, and work in confined spaces.
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
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Ability to work aboard ships, in dry docks, and industrial shipyard environments.
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Ability to work at heights and around heavy machinery.
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Ability to wear required PPE throughout the workday.
Why Join CraftForce?
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$30.00+ Starting Pay
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$140 Daily Per Diem
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Weekly Perfect Attendance Bonus
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2-Year Long-Term Project
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Consistent Overtime Opportunities
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Stable Employment
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Work with One of the Nation's Premier Shipbuilding Programs
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Career Growth Opportunities
Join CraftForce and become part of a team supporting some of the most advanced shipbuilding projects in the United States.
Apply today and put your shipyard experience to work on a long-term project with competitive pay and excellent benefits.
Prescreening required:
Audiogram
Half-Face Respirator Test
Hair Follicle Drug Test
Must have a Photo ID, a Social Security card, AND a birth certificate as well as valid citizenship.
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Any offer of employment is contingent upon meeting the hiring standards of CraftForce and our clients which include the following:
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Completion of a satisfactory background check
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Passing a drug test (saliva, urine, or hair tests may be required)
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Satisfactory reference checks
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Satisfactory employment verification
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Additional licenses, certifications, and security clearance may be required
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Additional skills evaluations may be required
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In some cases, federal, state, or local laws or federal contracts may require US Citizenship
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CraftForce is an E-Verify employer.
CraftForce is an equal employment opportunity employer.
You can find important information about labor laws on our website: https://www.craftforce.com/about/department-of-labor-policies/
For security reasons and to meet the legal requirements of this contract to fill certain positions, CraftForce is required to ensure that any personnel performing work for this client are U.S. Citizens.
Citizenship Status Discrimination
“Under the anti-discrimination provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act, employers are not allowed to limit job applicants or hires to U.S. citizens unless they are required to do so by federal, state, or local laws or federal contracts that require specific positions to be filled only by U.S. citizens.”