Marine Mechanic

Marine Mechanic Job description
This position is responsible for removing, installing, and testing main and auxiliary shipboard
equipment including but not limited to: Main Reduction Gears (MRG), pumps, valves, hydraulic
equipment, steam equipment, valves, propellers, bearings, etc. on maritime vessels including
US Navy, Military Sealift Command, and commercial. The work occurs in various stages of
repair and modernization and requires the ability to operate a wide variety of tools and
machinery, and the ability to read and comprehend specifications and drawings. The
qualifications and general capabilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill,
and ability desired by the shipyard.
Qualifications and Experience
• Must have a working understanding of ship repair terminology and ship compartment
location nomenclature.
• Must be physically and medically capable of wearing all the required personal protective
equipment (PPE) required for the job as prescribed under OSHA standards. PPE
includes hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness,
safety line, flotation gear, etc.)
• Must have a basic understanding of drawings, sketches, tech manuals, and user
manuals.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of Lock-out / Tag-out procedures.
• Must understand the proper and safe use and operation of the hand and power tools
required to accomplish the work.
• Three (3) years of machinist experience, preferably one (1) of which is in the maritime
environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Comply with OSHA standards and best safety practices.
• Arrive at the designated work site at the assigned time and end the shift as directed by
the supervisor.
• Work shifts, and overtime as assigned.
• Always keep the work area clean and safe, especially at the end of the shift. 5. Complete
work assignments as scheduled and provide status of unfinished work for shift turnover.
• Receive technical guidance and carry out directions from a Journeyman or Supervisor.
• Carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Resolve unexpected
events related to your assigned task in a professional manner. Work Tasks Include:
• Prepare a safe work area especially as it relates to fire prevention.
• Assist in coordinating work with other crafts to disconnect and remove equipment.
• Compile as-found reports identifying the status of equipment prior to work.
• Assist with in-place valve repairs.
• Assist with material take-offs with adequate information for ordering.
• Assist with equipment alignment.
• Assist with operational tests.
• Run and remove lines and leads as required to accomplish work and in accordance with
OSHA and safety standards.
• Assist with Lock-out Tag-out activities for work being performed.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• The working environment in the shipyard varies from a normal office condition to working
outside where precipitation, wind, extreme cold, and extreme heat, and high humidity are
not unusual. When working inside vessels the environment may be smoky, hot, or cold,
and low levels of illumination may be present.
• There is heavy equipment and power tools operating almost at every location.
Depending on the type of work available, reasonable accommodation may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job requirements.
• Personnel can expect to work in a variety of spaces from confined areas accessible only
by manholes to high platforms accessible only by scaffolding or ladders. Work may also
be accomplished using mechanical lifts as working platforms.
• The noise level in the shipyard environment is usually loud, especially inside of vessels.
The noise encountered in the shop is generally low to moderate. The wearing of
appropriate personal protective equipment is mandatory.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
• 8- 10-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability
Shift availability:
• Day Shift (Required) 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Overtime available as needed.
Work Location: On-site.