Outside Machinist (Shipyard)
We are looking for very experienced machinists with 20 or more years of Turbine Generator experience.
Located in Newport News, Virginia
Pay depending upon experience up to $38 an hour and $120 a day per diem for days worked. This is an opportunity to work up to two years and make a real difference . On top of great pay we also offer .50 cents an hour for every hour worked as a perfect attendance bonus paid weekly!
Experience:
20 years of Turbine Generator experience required.
Recommended Skills:
- Familiarity with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.
- Installation of hull inserts.
- Familiarity with fasteners
- Ability to comprehend complex drawings, blueprints, diagrams, and sketches.
- Use of lapping and blue checking tools. Liner sizes/soft foot
- Working knowledge of shipbuilding terms and nomenclature.
- Operate lathe.
- Valve overhaul (steam and wog)
- AC & refrigeration repair.
- Installation of lift check valve.
- Steam plant cleanliness knowledge
- Air conditioning hydro.
- Installation of main engine, propulsion plant machinery and equipment.
- System cleanliness grade knowledge.
- Installation of aircraft elevator.
- Testing main engine.
- Hydrostatic testing.
- Installation of anchor windlass.
- Installation of mast and antenna.
- Lube oil flushing.
- Installation of arresting gear.
- Installation of noise equipment.
- Use of precision instruments (Ruler/Micrometer).
- Installation of ballast tanks.
- Refueler.
- Drilling/tapping.
- Test boiler operations.
- Optical alignment.
- Hydrostatic testing of systems.
- Install boiler tube replacement.
- Installation of sea valves.
- System Grooming
- Operate boring bar.
- Installation of VALVE AND PUMP packing.
- Valve overhaul.
- Operate cargo crane.
- Operate portable milling/drill machine.
- Generator and steam turbine work.
- ALRE
- Pump/motor INSTALLATION AND alignment (M-179 & JX).
- Operate centrifugal pump.
- Install turbine.
- Fit and blue check liners.
- Installation of condenser/heat exchanger tube.
- Operate watertight compartment.
- Flange makeup.
- Installation of deck ordinance.
- Installation of winch.
- Installation of steam valves.
- Installation of diesel.
- Installation of weapons elevator.
- Shafting and bearing work
- Distilling plant test.
- Installation of hydraulic components.
- Installation of low/high pressure air compressor.
- Installation of deck or hanger doors.
- Understanding of basic ship systems
Health, 401k, Dental, and Vision all offered upon new hire period.
Must be able to pass a Hair follicle drug test (3 month look back)
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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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