Shipyard Scaffold & Repair Technician

General Dynamics Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO in San Diego, CA is seeking a Waysman 4 (Repair) to perform scaffold construction, tank cleaning, and general shipyard tasks. This on-site role requires comfort with confined spaces and working at heights, using hand and power tools.

Candidates should read a tape measure, operate power tools, and be able to follow safety instructions. The position offers a challenging maritime environment with supportive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to read a tape measure and operate power tools.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and access to move around ship safely.
• Must pass scaffold building, mechanical reasoning and chain saw tests.

Responsibilities

• Clean tanks/vessels in confined spaces and perform general shipyard cleaning.
• Build and dismantle scaffolds and other wooden structures.
• Build and dismantle safety handrails and other equipment.
• Sort, inspect and stack lumber and metal scaffold components.
• Assist other trades in sea trials and ship launchings.
• Move furniture and other equipment.

Skills

Scaffold building experience

Tape measure reading

Power tools operation

Confined spaces

Job description

General Dynamics NASSCO in San Diego, CA is seeking a Waysman 4 (Repair) to perform scaffold construction, tank cleaning, and general shipyard tasks. This on-site role requires comfort with confined spaces and working at heights, using hand and power tools.

Candidates should read a tape measure, operate power tools, and be able to follow safety instructions. The position offers a challenging maritime environment with supportive benefits.