Outside Machinist Handyperson

Tecnico; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tecnico in New York is hiring for an Outside Machinist Handyperson to support shipyard projects and maintain fluid systems with guidance from a Journeyman. You’ll assist in installation, testing, and maintenance of pumps, purifiers, exchangers, actuators and valves, while following NAVSEA standards.

The role requires basic math, tool handling skills, and a willingness to learn. Must pass drug screening and security checks; 3 years of marine/shipyard experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a government facility security pass/DBIDS.
• Must be able to pass Drug Screening and Work Ability Screening.
• Minimum 3 years of marine and/or shipyard experience.
• 18 years of age or older to apply.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of shipyard safety best practices (JHA, fire prevention, electrical safety, tool safety, fall protection, etc.).
• Operate and maintain sand blaster, parts washer, steam cleaner and paint booth.
• Read tape measures and perform basic measurement tasks.
• Care for and use basic hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, hammers, pliers, etc.).
• Follow instructions exactly; assist in shipbuilding procedures and NAVSEA standards.
• Work well with others and accept mentor feedback.
• Lift/move up to 50 lbs and handle weights over 50 lbs with assistance.
• Occasionally perform stooping, bending, squatting, climbing and crawling as required.

Skills

Shipyard safety knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

Some college or trade school or technical training

Job description

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Outside Machinist Handyperson

Summary:

• A handyperson must have a basic knowledge of the ship building industry and show a willingness to learn, strive, and continually improve in all aspects of his/her work. Capable of accomplishing the installation repair, and maintenance of ship's fluid systems which include pumps, compressors, purifiers, heat exchangers, actuators and valves with some Journeyman assistance and / or oversite. Capable of accomplishing the testing of equipment to ensure systems meet 4E specifications, references and drawings with some Journeyman assistance and / or oversite. Capable of accomplishing the installation and testing of various shop equipment. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate knowledge of shipyard safety best practices (i.e. job hazard analysis (JHA), fire prevention, electrical safety, tool safety, fall protection, hazardous waste operations, confined space entry, hot work operations, etc.).
• Demonstrate the ability to operate and maintain a sand blaster, parts washer, steam cleaner and paint booth.
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic math and measuring (i.e. addition, subtraction, fractions, decimals, how to read a tape measure, etc.)
• Ability to properly care for and use basic tools (e.g. flashlight, tape measure, pliers, feeler gauge, Allen wrench, crescent wrench, combination wrench, socket wrench, Ford wrench, pipe wrench, ball-peen hammer, soft hammer, Phillips and flat head screwdriver).
• Knowledgeable of how to find compartments of the ship by space number, and know port from starboard, and forward from aft.
• Possess a basic assortment of hand tools required as a Handyperson and know how to use them.
• Follow instructions exactly as given.
• Basic knowledge of ship building procedures.
• Work well with others and be able to handle constructive criticism from a mentor.
• Work safely and know the safety rules and regulations as they apply to you.
• Know the company Quality Policy and be able to state it when required.
• Must want to excel in the shipyard.
• Blank and tag equipment in accordance with NAVSEA Standard Items.
• Package, label and store material in an organized fashion.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Naval Ship Work Authorization Form (WAF) procedures.
• Possess general knowledge of 4E specifications, references and drawings (including category I and II NAVSEA Standard Items).
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and seek assistance with weights over 50 lbs.
• Able to withstand environmental factors such as:
  • Outside weather conditions
  • High, precarious places
  • Exposed to fumes and airborne particles
  • Very loud noise level
• Occasionally perform other physical activities as required, such as:
  • Stooping
  • Bending
  • Squatting
  • Climbing (including but not limited to vertical and incline ladders, masts, and kingposts)
  • Crawling (including but not limited to through scuttles, manhole covers, tanks, and voids)
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements:

• 1st Class = 2 – 3 years of experience working in a shipyard.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain a government facility security pass/DBIDS.
• Must be able to pass Drug Screening, Work Ability Screening.
• Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.
• Some college, trade school, or technical training preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of marine and/or shipyard experience.

This position requires access to U.S. government or military sites. As such, candidates must be eligible to obtain base access clearance, which includes passing a background check and presenting valid government-issued identification. Per federal requirements, acceptable ID must be REAL ID-compliant or an approved form of federal identification, such as a valid U.S. passport.