Mechanic

Delphinus Engineering, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health program

Company paid Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A diversified professional services company is seeking a mechanical technician in Norfolk, VA to perform routine mechanical work on Navy facilities. Responsibilities include using precision measurement tools, performing mechanical connections, and ensuring safety protocols. Candidates should have a formal trade education and 1-5 years' experience in an industrial environment. Excellent benefits are offered, including health programs and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical work on Navy shore facilities and vessels.
• Use precision measurement equipment including scales, vernier calipers.
• Disconnect and connect mechanical joints.

Skills

Proficient in the use of precision measurement equipment

Able to read and interpret blueprints

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of shipboard operating requirements

Education

Formal related course of study in trade

1-5 years of experience as a mechanic

Tools

General Hand Tools

Torque Wrenches

Precision Measuring Instruments

Job description

Description

Position Location: Norfolk, VA

Summary

Performs routine mechanical work on U.S. Navy shore facilities, waterborne vessels, surface ships and/or submarines. Tasks will be related to inspections, repairs, modernization and/or alterations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Proficient in the use of precision measurement equipment including scales, vernier calipers.
• Perform disconnects and connections of mechanical joints.
• Removes and installs various equipment using sound engineering practices.
• Performing duties as Firewatch.
• Assists with cleaning up work area.
• Employees may be required to travel for work to other locations.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

Must possess basic computer skills to enter data into different data basis.

Education/Experience

• Must have completed a formal related course of study in trade through either a community college, technical or trade school, military training, formal company training program or an apprentice program.
• Must have 1-5 years of verifiable experience as a mechanic in an industrial environment (i.e., shipbuilding, ship repair or nuclear power plants).

Certificates and Licenses

Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain a security badge for all military installations and civilian shipyards as needed.

Equipment

• General Hand Tools
• Torque Wenches
• Precision Measuring Instruments

Knowledge, Skills And Other Abilities

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, written technical instructions and manuals.
• Must possess working knowledge of shipboard operating requirements.
• and understand material safety data sheets (MDS).
• Able to follow safety procedures.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required on a regular basis to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and/or hear. Frequently the employee is required to carry objects that might weigh up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is working on a ship. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts or working in a confined space. The employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Wage Range

$18.00 - $37.00 hourly. In determining compensation, various factors will be considered, including but not limited to, educational background; relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, market factors; and geographic location.

Req Number

SKI-26-00058

About the Organization

Founded in 1994 as a small, diversified professional services company, Delphinus today employs more than 650 professional and technical personnel supporting a customer base that spans the Defense and Federal markets. Headquartered in Newtown Square, PA, we have primary offices in Norfolk, VA; San Diego, CA; and Bremerton, WA.

Company Benefits*

• Comprehensive health program for employee and dependents
• Company paid Dental and Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Short-term and Long-term disability - Company paid
• Life Insurance and AD&D - Company paid
• Voluntary Spouse and Child Life Insurance
• Paid time off with company holiday
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Benefit eligibility is set forth in benefit plan documents and organization policies.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.