Marine Shafting Technician – 2nd Shift

Vessco Water; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Bender CCP in Vernon, CA is hiring a Shafting Technician for the 2nd shift to support specialized shaft repair and restoration projects. You will work hands-on with marine propulsion shafting and related components, performing precision fitting, sleeve installation, surface preparation, and portable machining to restore equipment to spec.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and strong mechanical aptitude, with a focus on safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn specialized repair processes.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to safety.
• Ability to follow technical instructions, procedures, and engineering drawings.
• Comfort working with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to work in an industrial shop environment and handle the physical demands of the role safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the repair, installation, and removal of shaft sleeves and related propulsion shafting components.
• Prepare, fit, align, and secure components for repair and assembly.
• Operate hand tools, grinders, portable milling equipment, and other tools used in shafting repair.
• Prepare shaft surfaces and assist with fiberglass/GRP wrapping, fairing, and other restoration processes.
• Perform precision fitting, finishing, measurements, and dimensional checks using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other measuring tools.
• Inspect components for defects, surface conditions, fit, alignment, and dimensional accuracy.
• Assist with shaft alignment, stress relief, and inspection activities as required.
• Safely handle large components using appropriate lifting and material-handling equipment.
• Work with machining, engineering, and quality teams to complete repairs to technical specifications and customer requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Grinders

Portable milling equipment

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Bender CCP in Vernon, CA is hiring a Shafting Technician for the 2nd shift to support specialized shaft repair and restoration projects. You will work hands-on with marine propulsion shafting and related components, performing precision fitting, sleeve installation, surface preparation, and portable machining to restore equipment to spec.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and strong mechanical aptitude, with a focus on safety and accuracy.