Outside Machinist J4

General Dynamics NASSCO is a proud member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit. In addition to ship construction, our capabilities include advanced ship repair, conversion, and maintenance for both commercial and national defense assets. We encourage you to learn more about our open positions and how you can become part of the important and exciting work we do here at NASSCO.

We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Machine department. The position is located in Norfolk, Virginia. We are looking for 2 Outside Machinist (J4). The work schedule is 0600 to 1445 with 45 min lunch.

Outside Machinist (J4)

Location:

Norfolk, VA, US, 23523

Work schedule:

0600 to 1445 with 45 min lunch.

• High School diploma or equivalent plus relevant work experience as noted below:
• Minimum of 5 years directly related experience in a Shipyard Environment.
• Must meet all Journeyman 3 Outside Machinist requirements.
• Must be able to furnish sizes and clearance and also recommendations to supervisor.
• Able to read and use tech manuals and blueprints and specification items.

• Operate grinder fixed and portable
• Operate drill presses fixed and portable
• Fixed presses
• Porta powers
• Hydraulic jacks
• Torches and torque wrenches
• Assorted sizes of combination wrenches
• socket sets
• slip joint pliers
• adjustable wrenches
• wire pliers
• hammers-ball pean, flat head, small mall
• screw drivers (flat and phillips)
• vise grips
• 6 scale- 12 tape measure
• snap ring pliers
• Micrometers, dial indicators, calipers
• pipe wrench
• punch set and chisels
• Other tools as identified and determined as needed.

Must be able to climb on and around ships and walk to other yard areas and requires extended periods of standing and walking (75%). Inspections and work may require climbing ladders, working at heights, walking on scaffolding and observing co‑workers using tools and equipment. Lifting/carrying tools and parts weighing up to 50 lbs. on frequent basis. Standing, bending, sitting, reaching, pushing, pulling, crouching, kneeling, handling, finger dexterity, feeling, eye/hand/foot coordination, seeing, hearing required.

Selecting appropriate tools for jobs, as per trade classification. Works in tight, confined work spaces on board ship and is exposed to varied temperatures, wind, wet and humid conditions, fumes, odors and dust, vibrations from ship and hand tools.

This position reports to Shop Foreman/General Foreman and/or works with Crew Lead. This position develops and maintains a positive working relationship with other Machinists and supports a team approach in the pursuit of common company goals.

Responsible for effective, efficient and safe accomplishment of all assigned tasks. Accountable to Foreman/General Foreman and customer for Safety, Quality, Cost and Schedule.

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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