Outside Machinist-1st Class
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician
Now Hiring:
Experienced Outside Machinists – Avail Staffing
Are you an experienced Outside Machinist looking for a hands-on role in ship repair
? Avail Staffing is seeking skilled professionals to support the repair of U.S. Naval vessels in Hampton Roads
. If you have 5+ years of experience working on ABS or NAVSEA-certified vessels
, we want you on our team!
What You’ll Do:
Remove, repair, overhaul, install, and align main propulsion machinery and auxiliary equipment
, including:
- Compressors, condensers, pumps, and forced draft blowers
- Cargo handling machinery, anchor gear, cranes, and davits
- Elevators, conveyors, firefighting systems, and more
Install and repair foundations for ship machinery and major components of ship armament.
Test and inspect installed machinery and equipment during dock and sea trials
.
Use precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, height/depth gauges
, and assist with optical equipment.
Work from blueprints, schematics, and technical documents to execute high-quality installations and repairs.
Why Join Us?
Competitive Pay: $26 - $32 per hour
Full-time, long-term contract work (40-50 hours per week, 6 months)
Referral Program
Requirements:
Minimum 5+ years of shipyard experience on ABS/NAVSEA vessels
Willingness to work day shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed
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