Outside Machinist Specialist

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. Pay Range

Base pay range: $28.50/hr - $41.74/hr the actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

We are seeking a full-time Outside Machinist Specialist in Honolulu, HI. Responsibilities include repairing, modifying, or overhauling various types of equipment or systems. Set up and operate portable machining tools or equipment, install new machines or heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings, and dismantle and install machines or heavy equipment when changes in the plant layout are required.

Provide guidance and training to lower level craftsmen as requested. This is a non‑supervisory role.

• Requires no supervision and is an expert in all tasks required as an Outside Machinist.
• Follow detailed repair procedures and instructions (e.g.; QA Workbooks, Work packages steps, RECs, CWPs, FWPs, TGIs, etc.) required to complete the production operation.
• Coordinate the efforts of other trades during an installation, modification or repair operation.
• Perform component and/or system troubleshooting to diagnose problems and provide cost‑effective recommendations for completing repairs.
• Perform and verify mechanical alignments.
• Perform installation, repair, overhaul or modification in place or in shop to mechanical systems and components (e.g.; valves, actuators, cylinders, accumulators, pumps, launchers, etc.).
• Assist with on‑site field service for system grooms and checkouts, minor repairs and system configuration validation.
• Prepare and install equipment or system alterations (e.g.; templates, shiplifts, ordalts, etc.) IAW the directives (i.e.; instructions, drawings, MILSPECs, etc.).
• Replace defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts.
• Align machines and equipment using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and various electrical/electronic equipment.
• Connect power units to machines or steam piping to equipment, and test units to evaluate mechanical operation.
• Repair and lubricate machines and equipment.
• Assemble and install equipment using hand tools and power tools.
• Position steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment using blueprints and schematic drawings, to determine work procedures.
• Signal crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate, and align unit to centerline.
• Insert shims, adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts using hand tools and measuring instruments to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts.
• Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
• Attach moving parts and subassemblies to basic assembly unit using hand tools and power tools.
• Support other trades as required, including assisting in rigging, disassembly, reassembly and inspection of mechanical and electrical equipment, systems, and components.
• Strictly adhere to corporate, federal, state and local safety regulations prior to setting up or operating any machinery.
• Notify foreman of any unsatisfactory condition(s) identified during the production operation (i.e.; repair, modification, etc.).

• High School/GED with Apprenticeship Diploma and additional vocational courses or technical school graduate; and/or military and/or civilian experience with marine mechanical systems in a repair department or shipyard. Knowledge and practical skills tests may be required.
• More than 8 years related work experience.
• Ability to set up, align, and operate various portable tools and hand tools used in the trade as well as use precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, depth gauges, calipers, tachometers, thermometers, vibration indicators, and accurately record readings and measurements for documentation, repair, and testing of equipment.
• Basic understanding of English in order to read, write, complete, and comprehend instructions, blueprints, and other work documents.
• Ability to interpret and work from complex blueprints, sketches and specifications, and experience in the disassembly, repair, installation, testing and inspection of ship machinery such as propelling machinery, pumps, valves,…