Fire Pump & Air Compressor Mechanic Specialist (Job ID : 1012)

Colonna's Shipyard; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime services company is seeking a Fire Pump & Air Compressor Mechanic Specialist to join its Norfolk, VA shipyard. The ideal candidate will have extensive mechanical experience, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work beyond standard hours. This position requires a hands-on approach to maintaining and repairing various equipment, along with a focus on safety and reliability. The candidate must be able to physically perform tasks in various conditions, including on naval ships.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision options

Company paid disability insurance

401k with match

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Must have at least five years of experience in maintaining and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment systems.
• Must have expert knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Must be able to interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair air compressors, fire pumps, and generators.
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on generators and other equipment.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Skills

Mechanic Experience

Diesel Engine Repair

Mechanical Knowledge

Air Brake

Alignment

Automotive Diagnostics

Automotive Repair

Maintenance

Welding

Hydraulics

Equipment Repair

Leadership Experience

Tools

Hand tools and instruments

Job description

Fire Pump & Air Compressor Mechanic Specialist

Position Summary

Colonnas Shipyard is seeking a Fire Pump & Air Compressor Mechanic Specialist for our Shipyard in Norfolk VA.

The position is located onsite in Norfolk VA and will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production / may require limited travel.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair air compressors fire pumps and generators.
• Regularly working with variable frequency drives three phase motors and ladder logic.
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on generators and other equipment.
• Trace and locate defects and causes of mechanical problems using a wide range of diagnostic and test equipment. Determine the type and extent of necessary repairs.
• Fit and install to appropriate tolerances such as pistons valves bearings gears and cylinders.
• Make changes or modifications in accordance with specifications and guidelines.
• Connect align adjust system elements to assure proper operation of the complete system or vehicle Field repairs as necessary.
• Install repair maintain test and adjust fixed and semi-fixed industrial equipment and machinery such as cranes pumps engines motors pneumatic tools conveyor systems and production machinery.
• Complete repairs from blueprints diagrams operational manuals manufacturers specifications work orders and other specifications.
• Disassemble equipment using hoists cranes hand tools and power tools.
• Determine nature of repair and examines parts to detect imperfections with the use of rulers micrometers and other measuring instruments to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Complete repairs by replacing reworking or refinishing worn or damaged parts.
• Reassemble equipment and test performance of equipment.
• Operation of equipment preventative maintenance diagnostic and repair work and overhaul of minor and major building / utility systems and component.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures rules and regulations.
• Apply basic math reading and communication skills.
• Other duties may be assigned as workload dictates.

Required Qualifications

• Must have at least five (5) years of experience in maintaining and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment systems.
• Must have at least five (5) years of mechanical experience with industrial air compressors generators and fire pump smart systems.
• Must be able to work and coordinate with department mechanics assigned during the installation and maintenance of all systems and equipment.
• Must have expert knowledge of mechanical hydraulic and pneumatic system.
• Must be able to interpret technical drawings mechanical and electrohydraulic
• Must be able to identify and resolve the failures of the hydraulic systems pump adjustments hoses identification hydraulic modifications etc...
• Must have knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with trade.
• Must be able to work effectively with others.
• Must be a steady reliable worker.

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Previous technical training highly preferred.

Travel Requirements

• Minimal Travel; 10% or less.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job but no less than 20 lbs.
• Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships. Able to work on and climb ladders work in extreme temperature environments aboard ships in shipyards under industrial conditions and in confined spaces including enter and moving through manholes.
• Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat humidity noise and dirty conditions working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
• Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.
• Employee is required to operate trucks forklifts & man-lifts.
• While performing the duties of this job you may frequently be required to stand walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and required to reach with hands and arms climb and balance stoop squat kneel twist and crawl.
• Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation
• Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding cutting or working with molten metal.

Respect Pride Truth Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.

Colonnas Shipyard Inc. and its divisions are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicants race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability marital status genetic information protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.

Additionally Colonnas Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health wellness and future to include medical / dental / vision options company paid disability insurances 401k with match legal services as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Mechanic Experience,Diesel Engine Repair,Mechanical Knowledge,Air Brake,Alignment,Automotive Diagnostics,Automotive Repair,Maintenance,Welding,Hydraulics,Equipment Repair,Leadership Experience

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1