General Maintenance Technician - Shipfitter (60024483)

State of South Carolina; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a General Maintenance Technician - Shipfitter to perform maintenance and repairs on museum ships and facilities. This role requires shipyard skills, including welding and metal fabrication. The position offers excellent benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Deferred Compensation

Retirement Options

Qualifications

• High school diploma and relevant trade experience required.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs requiring shipyard skills.
• Comply with all safety and environmental regulations.
• Assist other craftsmen as directed.

Skills

Welding

Metal Fabrication

Mechanical Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Opportunity: General Maintenance Technician - Shipfitter at Patriots Point

Are you an experienced professional seeking new career opportunities? Patriots Point is looking for a dependable candidate to join our team! This role offers excellent benefits, including 15 days of annual and sick leave, with potential increases based on state service.

The primary responsibility of the General Maintenance Technician - Shipfitter is to perform planned and corrective maintenance and repairs on museum ships, buildings, grounds, and piers. These tasks may include structural repairs such as hull or bulkhead work, museum exhibit construction, or general industry repairs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform maintenance and repairs requiring shipyard skills like welding, oxyacetylene and plasma cutting, grinding, metal preparation, slag cleanup, and painting preparation.
2. Assist other craftsmen as directed by supervisory staff.
3. Comply with all safety and environmental regulations, utilizing appropriate safety equipment and tools.
4. Perform additional duties as assigned to support the agency's mission.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma and relevant trade experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards.

Additional Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of welding, metal fabrication, and construction with various materials.
• Understanding of safety and environmental standards.
• Strong mechanical skills with tools and equipment used in museum maintenance.
• Ability to make emergency repairs and adjustments.
• Capability to interpret plans and specifications.
• Ability to work independently using judgment and initiative.

Additional Notes:

Applicants with college credits or degrees should bring transcripts to the interview or upload them with their application. Some areas may require official transcripts before hiring. Shipyard experience is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Patriots Point is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

Application Instructions:

Complete the state application fully. Resumes are not accepted for qualification review. Supplemental questions are part of the application process and must be truthful.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 15 days of vacation and sick leave annually.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Deferred compensation and retirement options, including SCRS and State ORP.