Lead Marine Mechanical Superintendent

Walashek; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Walashek Industrial & Marine, Inc. seeks a skilled Superintendent to guide the mechanical crew in repairing or replacing LCAC-related machinery components. You will read blueprints, drawings, and manuals to ensure work meets specifications and to report any discrepancies.

The role requires supervision of a mechanical team, use of precision tools, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced shipyard environment. Navy ship repair experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Certificate from a college or technical school or equivalent combination of education and experience in mechanical role preferred.
• Industrial and/or marine advanced mechanical experience preferred.
• 2+ years Navy ship repair experience (shipyard, contractor, government).
• Ability to comprehend and utilize blueprints, sketches, drawings, technical manuals to weld metals.
• Must have strong work ethic, be self-motivated, and able to multitask.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with ongoing deadlines.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Understanding of Ship repair industry.
• Must be DBIDS/TWIC credential eligible.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of the mechanical crew and all mechanical work performed on crafts.
• Adjust, maintain, and repair / replace subassemblies, including engines, gearboxes, props, and shafts using hand tools, jacks, hoists, and cranes.
• Assemble gear systems, and align frames and gears.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Examine parts for damage or wear using micrometers and gauges.
• Repair and replacement of damaged or worn parts.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance.
• Follow technical documentation and report discrepancies.
• Operate/read mechanical precision measuring equipment and interpret basic drawings and manuals.
• Identify issues and perform problem solving, aiming for first-time quality.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Problem solving

Team supervision

Attention to instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Industrial/marine experience preferred

Tools

Micrometers

Gauges

Hand tools

Jacks and hoists

Crane operation

Job description

Walashek Industrial & Marine, Inc. seeks a skilled Superintendent to guide the mechanical crew in repairing or replacing LCAC-related machinery components. You will read blueprints, drawings, and manuals to ensure work meets specifications and to report any discrepancies.

The role requires supervision of a mechanical team, use of precision tools, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced shipyard environment. Navy ship repair experience is highly valued.