Machinist Journeyman - Swing Shift

Vigor Marine; Oregon, Portland (IL, OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled precision machinist to join their dynamic team. This role involves handling mechanical maintenance and precision machining, ensuring the efficient operation of shipyard machinery. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of mechanical ability and proficiency with various tools, while adhering to safety and environmental standards. With a commitment to excellence, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to specialized shipbuilding and repair projects that support both commercial and national defense efforts. Join a values-driven company that prioritizes respect for people and the planet.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Demonstrates high level of mechanical ability and proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Handles precision machining and mechanical maintenance.
• Replaces defective parts and aligns machines and equipment.
• Assembles and installs equipment using hand and power tools.

Skills

Milling Machine Operation

Mechanical Maintenance

Blueprint Reading

Rigging Knowledge

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lathe

Drill Press

Vertical/Horizontal Boring Mills

Hoists

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Job Description

Who We Are

Vigor is a values-driven, diversified industrial business operating in six locations with 1,800 people in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. Built around a collection of powerful, unique assets and differentiated capabilities, Vigor excels at specialized shipbuilding and ship repair, supporting both commercial customers and our national defense. With deep respect for people and the planet, Vigor strives to be a positive, regenerative force for good - environmentally, in the lives of its employees and in the community. For more information, visit vigor.net.

HOURLY RATE: $37.62

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position handles precision machining, mechanical maintenance, occasional emergent repair of ships, and yard mechanical maintenance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

(Demonstrates a high level of mechanical ability and shows journey level proficiency in multiple areas.)

• Proficient on a milling machine, drill press, engine lathe, and vertical/horizontal boring mills.
• Complies with craft and shipyard safety and environmental measures.
• Takes direction and requires limited guidance to conduct assignments.
• Replaces defective parts on equipment, adjusts clearances and alignment of moving parts.
• Aligns machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and plumb bobs.
• Assembles and installs equipment, using hand tools/power tools.
• Positions steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment, using blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
• Moves machinery and equipment, using chain hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
• Assembles machines and mounts them to foundations or structures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Accurately lays out mounting holes and drills holes to proper size.
• Shrink-fits bushings, sleeves, rings, liners, gears, and wheels to specified items, using thermal expansion or liquid nitrogen techniques.
• Possesses knowledge of rigging, overhead crane operation, lifting device use and inspection, and load calculations.
• Operates a lathe to grind, file, or turn parts to specifications.
• Aligns pumps and motors efficiently using the dial indicator method.
• Works at heights and in confined spaces.
• Communicates effectively, works independently or in groups.
• Performs basic math, reads blueprints and assembly drawings, and demonstrates proficiency with standard shop measuring tools.

Additional Skills:

• Knowledge of shipboard machinery, propulsion basics, pumps, steam systems, underwater hull machinery, and shipboard systems.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or higher.
• 5 years of relevant work experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Requires standing continually, walking frequently, and occasional lifting up to 35 pounds.

Work Environment

• Works indoors and outdoors, with safety equipment required.

This role is with a federally contracted employer and is subject to regulations that restrict employment to US Persons only. Successful candidates will need to provide documentation of their US Persons status. Vigor is a drug, smoke, and vape-free workplace, requiring passing a drug and alcohol test and background check.

Vigor Values

We live the Vigor Values every day: Truth, Responsibility, Evolution, Love.

Vigor and its subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity, providing equal employment opportunities without regard to protected classes. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.