Outside Machinist

AAA USA Inc; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AAA USA Inc. is seeking an Outside Machinist in Houma, LA, responsible for the installation and testing of marine machinery. The role requires technical skills in machine repair, installation, and precision measurement, with a minimum of four years marine experience necessary. Join a leading service provider within the marine industry, where you'll contribute to fascinating projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of marine experience.
• Good knowledge of system start-up procedures and propulsion systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, align, and test shipboard machinery like engines and pumps.
• Dismantle, repair, and reassemble light and heavy machinery.
• Position equipment to precise tolerances.

Skills

Machine repair

Precision measurement

Blueprint interpretation

Marine machinery installation

Job description

Description

About the Company:

We provide specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services to support clients in the transport and aerospace industries. We work closely with clients to ensure that our solutions meet their needs and exceed their expectations. Our team members are motivated individuals that do remarkable things every day!

Position Summary:

AAA United States, Inc. has partnered with a company in Houma, LA that is the leading provider of quality construction, manufacturing, engineering, repair, and conversion products and services to the marine industry.

The Outside Machinist is responsible for installing, aligning, and testing shipboard machinery such as engines, pumps, and propellers.

Essential Functions:

• Performs necessary machine work including dismantling, repairing, and reassembling of light and heavy machinery.
• Obtains a series of accurate measurements and subsequently positions equipment to precise tolerances.
• Installs ship machinery such as propelling machinery and auxiliary motors using blueprints and hand tools.
• Lays out passage holes on bulkheads, decks, and other surfaces for connections.
• Drills and secures the installed piece of equipment into place.
• Cleans up and maintains assigned work area.
• Determines methods of fabrication, assembly, and installation of various machinery and equipment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of marine experience within a similar position.
• Good working knowledge of system start-up procedures, propulsion system alignment, and machinery plants.