Shipwright

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Shipwright to support unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.

Job Summary

The  Shipwright  assists in the construction and repair of ships or boats according to blueprints.

Principal Accountabilities

Constructs or repairs ships, following blueprints or ship's plans: sights, plots, and marks reference points and lines on building dock or shipway to maintain alignment of vessel during construction or repair, using transit, plumb bob, tapes, and levels
Builds keel and bilge blocks, cradles, and shoring for supporting ships in dry-dock, marine railways, shipways, or building docks, using woodworking hand-tools and power tools
Fabricates and installs furring pieces, aprons, uprights, and other wood framing in ship
Spikes or bolts metal fittings, plates, and bulkheads to wooden parts of ship, using brace and bits, augers, mauls, and wrenches
Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge & Skills

Must be familiar with determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job, repairing machines or systems using the needed tools, and controlling operations of equipment or systems
Able to perform manual work
Good manual dexterity with the ability to use tools and machinery
Safety awareness
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Technical aptitude
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings

Experience & Education

Five (5) years related experience preferred
High School Diploma or equivalent
Must have a valid Driver's License
Additional experience/education may be required by contract or assignment

Physical Requirements /Working Environment

Must be able to lift a minimum weight of 50 lbs
Stand for prolonged periods of time
Must have the ability to climb ladders and stairs
Living and working conditions at the assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable
Long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions
Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions

Other Responsibilities

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.
Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job