Essential Job Tasks
- Must have the ability to read and comprehend Technical Manuals in English
- Must read and understand blueprints, mechanical drawings, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
- Must start and secure shipboard systems or equipment.
- Initial light off of ship board systems and conduct testing in accordance with test procedures and technical manuals.
- Ability to troubleshooting and repair equipment when not operating according to specifications.
- Ability to work closely with others.
- Ability to use calculators to solve standard mathematical formulas.
- Must maintain constant safety awareness.
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, portable drilling, boring and milling tools to install, maintain and repair machinery.
- Ability to go to sea for up to five days for sea trials testing (Up to twice per year) and occasionally work night shifts for short durations.
Materials, Tools Equipment, Work Aids
Measuring devices, high speed drills, hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, and ship equipment such as engines, piping systems, main & auxiliary machinery. Personal protective equipment will be provided. Employee is expected to have a set of tools that is suitable for shipboard use including but not limited to- metric/standard open end wrench set, metric/standard sockets, metric/standard hex keys, pipe wrench, screwdrivers, pliers (standard and snap-ring), vice grips, channel locks, and measuring tape
Physical/Mental Involvement
Lifting/carrying equipment up to 65 lbs., standing, walking, reaching, pushing, balancing, pulling, crawling through small openings, manual dexterity, bending, seeing and hearing, and occasional bending and kneeling. Ability to read and comprehend technical manuals and blueprints. Practice required safety procedures.
Environmental Factors
Works in tight confined work spaces on board ship, units and blocks. Works at varied heights. Is exposed to various temperatures, wind and humid conditions. Is exposed to fumes, odors and dust. Works with toxic and caustic chemicals. Is constantly exposed to loud machinery and tool noise.
PAYSCALE:
$32.50 - $35.85
This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the hourly range for this role. It takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, and education. General Dynamics NASSCO also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), wellness coaching, and an onsite health services.
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