Mechanic / Shipfitter

GLOTECH, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Mechanic/Shipfitter, where you will work on various U.S. Navy ships. This role involves the fabrication, assembly, and repair of critical components, ensuring adherence to specifications. With a strong emphasis on quality and safety, you will utilize your skills in welding, inspection, and blueprint reading. This innovative firm offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans, fostering a supportive environment for career development. If you are passionate about working with your hands and contributing to vital projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Care

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Educational Assistance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year related experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform layout, fabrication, and assembly of components.
• Inspect assemblies for conformance using measuring instruments.
• Set up and operate welding equipment to join metal parts.

Skills

Layout and Fabrication

Welding and Soldering

Blueprint Reading

Inspection and Testing

Mechanical Assembly

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Measuring Instruments

Basic Tools of the Trade

Job description

Mechanic / Shipfitter

Job Locations

US-VA-Chesapeake

Job ID

2025-1931

# of Openings

10

Category

Construction

Overview

GLOTECH, Inc., founded in 1995, is a privately and minority-owned company serving military, federal and commercial clients. We are a successful Information Technology firm with a large staff currently providing superior information technology and advanced engineering services around the world. Our success is built on attracting and retaining quality staff through a highly competitive benefits package with a special focus on continuing career development and corporate financial support. We also maintain a collegial working environment and offer our staff opportunities to improve and enhance their skills.

GLOTECH is committed to a comprehensive employee benefits program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work/life balance. We provide medical dental and vision care, disability insurance (short and long term), Life & AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Commuter Transportation and Parking Reimbursement), and Employee Assistance Programs. Additionally, we provide Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Holiday Pay, Educational Assistance, Certification /Training Reimbursement, and a 401(k)-retirement savings contribution plan (with employer match).

Responsibilities

GLOTECH, Inc. is seeking a Mechanics / Shipfitters to join our team in Chesapeake, VA. These role will require working onboard various class U.S. Navy ships.

Performs layout, fabrication, assembly, installation, operation, modification, repair, and testing of components, materials and equipment.
• Inspects assemblies and installations for conformance with specifications, using measuring instruments such as tape measurer, calipers, scales and micrometer.
• Sets up and operates soldering and welding equipment to join metal parts.
• Support removal and installation of foundations, cabling & cableways, equipment, sheet metal, ventilation systems, housings and a variety of C5I system components and their sub-systems.
• Fabricates and assembles new or modified components or assemblies.
• Evaluates the form, fit and function of components and equipment for adherence to project objectives.
• Participates in special projects as required.
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the function of the job.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and a minimum of one year related experience.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, written or oral instructions, and other technical documents.
• Must have the basic tools of the trade.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification is preferred.

GLOTECH, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.