Ship Checker

lmrtechnicalgroup; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

LMR Technical Group in Norfolk, VA seeks a Ship Checker to support the SDAES Division aboard Navy vessels. You will review Work Notifications for accuracy and scope, identify components, systems, and structures, and describe existing conditions to develop Work Items and Specifications.

This role requires climbing, travel up to 10%, US citizenship, and ability to obtain a passport; the position offers benefits and room to advance toward a planner role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of technical/vocational education or Navy experience.
• Physically able to climb ladders, transit decks, and work on Navy vessels.
• Must be able to lift at least 30 lbs.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain a passport.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read, understand, and validate a work notification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ship checks onboard Navy vessels to validate the work notification and determine repair scope.
• Identify interferences and special circumstances impacting planning and item development.
• Document ship checks with detailed information and photographs on approved forms for upload to the planners.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Navy ship knowledge

Technical writing

MS Office

Adobe programs

Ship compartmentation/layout

Communication skills

Read/validate work notifications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/vocational education

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe programs

Job description

LMR Technical Group (LMR) is seeking a Ship Checker.

Location: Norfolk, VA

Job Description:

The Specification Development and Advance Execution Support (SDAES) Division is responsible for conducting ship checks onboard Navy Vessels of Work Notifications (WN) in support of Work Item development by the planners. A ship check consists of reviewing the brokered WN for accuracy and work scope, identifying components & equipment, associated system piping, and ship's structure to accurately describe existing conditions to properly develop Work Items/Specifications (WIs). After the ship check is completed onboard the ship, required reports and forms that contain ship check information including sketches & photographs, will be forwarded to the respective planner for work item development. As ship checkers gain knowledge and experience, the expectation is to follow progression from ship checker to specification planner.

Job Duties:

• Using applicable drawings and references, conduct ship checks onboard Navy vessels in direct support of the Planners to validate the work notification, determine the scope of repair, and provide the Planner with amplifying information to aid in work item development.
• Identify interferences and any other special circumstances that will impact the planning process and work item development.
• Document the ship checks with detailed information and photographs on the approved ship check forms in PDF format that can be used in the work item development and uploaded into NMD by the Planners.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Individual shall possess a High school diploma or GED.
• Candidate should have at least two (2) years of education in a technical/vocational school, apprentice training, U.S. Navy or equivalent.
• Physical ability to climb ladders, transit decks, and perform work on Navy vessels.
• Ability to lift, carry, and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs.
• Self-starter with the ability to work well with others.
• Knowledge of Navy ship compartmentation and lay-out.
• Ability to read, understand, and validate a work notification and to determine the scope of work contained within the work notification.
• Comprehensive writing and communication skills capable of both verbal and written findings and recommendations.
• Some knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe programs including word processing.
• Knowledge of Navy Structural, Mechanical, Piping, and Electrical systems.
• 10% overseas travel expected. Must be able to obtain a Passport, CAC and/or DBIDs pass.
• Must have a current and valid driver's license.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or higher is preferred.
• Preferred experience:
  • Former military personnel with 5+ years' experience working on Navy vessels, or
  • 10+ years' experience working a shipyard performing maintenance on naval vessel, or
  • experience working for a Navy Maintenace Center with planning, estimating or project management.

Security Clearance Requirements:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and will be subject to a security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance issued by the US Government.
• A current, active Secret security clearance is preferred.
• In addition, to the security clearance, this position may require an additional background screening for base access.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid US Passport.

Expected Salary Range: $60,000 - $62,000 annually. Salary will be based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, training, certifications and work location.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Program

About LMR:

LMR is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business that supports technology development and provides comprehensive joint warfighter training by leveraging the skills, experience, and knowledge of its personnel.

LMR Technical Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

If you are a qualified applicant with a disability in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]. EOE Disability/Veteran.

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