Outside Machinist Norfolk VA

HL Welding, Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

HL Welding, Inc. in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking experienced Outside Machinists to perform mechanical overhaul, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of marine machinery, engines, and equipment in a demanding shipyard environment.

You will follow schematics and manufacturer documentation to inspect, troubleshoot, disassemble, repair, adjust, align, install, and test marine systems. Strong mechanical skills, safety focus, and flexibility to work varied shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Must have U.S. Citizenship.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as an Outside Machinist.
• Experience with marine machinery, hydraulic systems, valves, pumps and related equipment.
• Ability to read schematics, manuals, drawings and specifications.
• Proficient with hand tools and power tools.
• May be required to pass an on-the-job and written assessment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, disassemble, repair, adjust, align, install and test marine mechanical systems and equipment.
• Read and interpret schematics, technical manuals, drawings, specifications and manufacturer documents.

Skills

Schematics reading

Marine hydraulics

Hand & power tools

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Job description

We are seeking experienced Outside Machinists for our Norfolk, Virginia location to perform mechanical overhaul, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of marine machinery, engines, and equipment in a shipyard environment.

The Outside Machinist will work from schematics, technical manuals, drawings, specifications, and manufacturer documentation to inspect, troubleshoot, disassemble, repair, adjust, align, install, and test marine mechanical systems and equipment. The successful candidate will have strong mechanical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to safely perform work in a demanding shipyard environment.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S Citizenship required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as an Outside Machinist
• Demonstrated experience working with marine machinery, hydraulic systems, valves, pumps and related mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, technical manuals, drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment.
• Must be able to pass an Outside Machinist hands on and written assessment if required.

Unique/Additional Requirements:

• Must be available and willing to work all shifts, including nights, weekends, overtime, and varying schedules as required.
• Must be comfortable and capable of working at heights, in confined spaces, and in other challenging shipyard environments.
• Must be physically capable of frequent carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, reaching, bending, and performing repetitive manual tasks.
• Must have sufficient visual and auditory ability to safely perform assigned duties, recognize warning signals, and identify hazards.
• Must maintain a high level of safety awareness and consistently follow company, shipyard, OSHA, and customer safety requirements.
• Must be able to understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English.