Sheetmetal Mechanic

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Lead Sheet metal Mechanic to support ship repair and marine fabrication projects in the Hampton Roads area. This position requires a strong first-class sheet metal background along with demonstrated leadership experience. The Lead Mechanic will be responsible for directing a small crew, interpreting drawings and blueprints, and performing hands-on sheet metal installation, repair, and fabrication work aboard vessels and within shipyard environments.

• Lead and provide day-to-day direction to a crew of approximately four mechanics, while remaining hands-on with the work.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, sketches, and measurements to determine layout, fabrication, and installation requirements.
• Perform marine sheet metal fabrication, repair, removal, and installation work, including ventilation systems, bulkheads, small decks, head patches/replacements, joiner bulkheads, berthing, furniture installation, and related shipboard components.
• Perform layout and use measuring devices accurately to fabricate and install material to specification.
• Experience with stud shooting, welding, metal forming/bending, and structural repair is highly preferred.
• Must have 3+ years of Shipyard Experience.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience in a shipyard environment strongly preferred.
• Must be comfortable working independently and coordinating work to keep the crew productive and on schedule.
• Must be available to work night shift, including overtime and weekends as project schedules require.

Pay:$34.00/hour

Schedule:

Night Shift: Mon-Thurs 3:30pm-2:00am, Fri & Sat – 3:30pm-11pm #ISS