Outside Machinist

IMIA, LLC; Cornholme; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

Job summary

A national marine contractor is seeking an Outside Machinist to install and repair ship machinery. The role involves removing, overhauling, and aligning propulsion systems and auxiliary equipment while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, possess a strong work ethic, and show a willingness to learn. The position involves working within shipyards and may require some travel. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k options.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Dependable work ethic and teamwork focus.

Responsibilities

• Remove, repair, overhaul, install and align main propulsion machinery.
• Test machinery during dock and sea trials.
• Ensure safe work conditions and compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Education

High school graduate or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title

Outside Machinist

Reports To

Structural Superintendent

Summary

Remove, repair, overhaul, install and align main propulsion machinery and associated equipment/components. Also remove, repair, overhaul, install and align equipment associated with auxiliary systems such as condensers, compressors, pumps, forced draft blowers, main feed pumps, various types of valves, cargo handling machinery, anchor handling gear, boat davits, cranes, elevators, conveyors, firefighting equipment, machine shop equipment, galley, and laundry equipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Install and repair foundations for operating machinery and principal structures/components of ships armament.
• Install, adjust, set, and repair or replace various control/regulating or safety devices such as meters, gages, valves, governors and automatic alarms. Test or assist in testing of shipboard machinery pierside or on sea trials to prove satisfactory operation and acceptance.
• Outside machinist installs ship machinery, for example propelling machinery, auxiliary motors, pumps, ventilating equipment, and steering gear, working from blueprints and using handtools, calipers, and micrometers.
• Installs below-deck auxiliaries, for example evaporators, stills, heaters, pumps, condensers, and boilers and connects them to steam pipe systems.
• Tests and inspects installed machinery and equipment during dock and sea trials.
• Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards.
• Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task.
• Follow all safety rules and quality standards.
• Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Report any unsafe work conditions or practice to supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Willingness to learn and work to the best of his/her abilities and have a dependable work ethic.
• Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form including but not limited to safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals.

Education And Experience

• High school graduate, or GED.

Working Conditions

• Within the shipyard, minimal exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, dusty conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazardous machinery.
• Some travel required.

Equipment Used

• Hand tools, Power tools.

Reasonable Accommodations

• May be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

About the Organization

IMIA, LLC is the only national marine surface preparation painting contractor servicing every U.S. Port with a mobile full time workforce that ensures a quality product is delivered on time every time. IMIA, LLC has the equipment, seasoned deckplate supervision and mechanics, as well as rigorous corporate safety and quality programs and financial strength to support our customer's preservation needs in a truly superior and comprehensive fashion.

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• LTD
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• 401k

Employees and their household members are also eligible to participate in the company's Employee Assistance Program.

Per Diem OR Dislocation Allowance may be provided to eligible employees to reimburse some or all of the cost an employee might be reasonably expected to incur for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses while traveling out of town for work.

EOE Statement

IMIA, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex, disability status, marital status, status as a covered veteran, genetics, or any other protected groups under state, federal or local Equal Opportunity Laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.