Outside Machinist

South Bay Sand Blasting and Tank Cleaning; National City (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A shipyard subcontractor in California is seeking an experienced Outside Machinist to support tank cleaning operations on Navy ships. Responsibilities include mechanical disassembly and assembly, system adjustments, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience, strong leadership abilities, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position requires working indoors and outdoors under varied conditions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in relevant field.
• Knowledge of production quality processes and technology.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support cleaning and flushing operations on Navy ships.
• Perform mechanical disassembly, assembly, and adjustments.
• Comply with Health, Safety, and Environmental policies.

Skills

Knowledge of machinist trade methods and standards

Blueprint interpretation

Leadership skills

Customer service skills

Shipyard/industrial skills

Supervisory techniques

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description

SOUTH BAY SANDBLASTING & TANK CLEANING, INC. located in San Diego, CA shipyard related subcontractor looking to hire an Outside Machinist.

Job Summary

Support tank cleaning and flushing operations onboard Navy ships by performing mechanical disassembly, assembly, and adjustment of piping systems and related equipment. Duties include opening/closing systems, removing and reinstalling valves, fittings, and pumps, aligning equipment, performing leak checks, and assisting with line‑ups for flushing operations. Work requires use of hand tools and measuring devices, following technical manuals and blueprints, and complying with all Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Knowledge of methods and standards of the machinist trade
• Strong understanding and interpretation of blueprints, sketches, or other description of parts to be fabricated
• Train, instruct, and supervise the workforce so that each employee puts in their best effort while increasing efficiency, productivity, and output of excellent work product.
• Strong leadership and customer service skills.
• Shipyard/industrial skills preferred. Familiar with Navy Ships configuration
• Knowledge of supervisory techniques, personnel policies, and procedures
• Familiar with Wafs and Tag Out process.
• Must be able to perform according to both commercial and military standards and specifications
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years or more of experience
• Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of production quality processes, methods, technology, and equipment.
• Self‑motivated, proactive with strong interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills, ability to write reports and conduct small briefings for workers under their command
• Possess knowledge in Navy Ship Repair workload departments such as: Tank Cleaning and Technical Flush. Other areas of Naval Ships expertise will be considered.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma

Working Conditions And Physical Demands

Work is conducted indoors and outdoors frequently exposed to prevailing weather conditions. Work indoor or aboard vessel which may have fumes, chemicals, and heat as well as noise and dust present depending on the location of work.

Safety equipment required; some will be provided. The individual must be able to frequently climb inclined stairways vertically. Work aboard the vessels can be strenuous and sometimes hazardous. Dynamic, fast‑paced outdoor setting with moderate to loud noise levels from production activity in the shipyard.

Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. The physical demands described above are representative of those that may 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.

Other Requirements

• All positions require a pre‑employment medical test.
• This employer participates in E‑Verify.
• Must be able to qualify for DBIDS security clearance.
• Ability to read technical English is a must.
• U.S. Citizenship is preferred (for some work locations it is required).
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

To Respond To This Ad, You

• MUST provide us with a resume.

If all requirements listed above are not provided your application will not be considered.

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Women, veterans, and their spouses are encouraged to apply.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA M/F D/V

Job Type: Full‑time