SHT Mechanic
Job in
Portsmouth, Virginia, 23703, USA
Listed on 2026-02-19
Listing for:
Imia, Llc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-19
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician -
Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Summary
:
Removal and installation of hull treatment and non-metallic coatings on United States Navy nuclear‑powered submarines. Position requires a willingness to learn, dependability, and the ability to think critically.
- Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards.
- Ability to perform carpentry‑type duties to include use of manual tools, power tools, and building of containments.
- Read and interpret documents as necessary, such as operating and maintenance manuals, safety rules and regulations, procedure manuals, etc.
- May prepare molds and templates for fabrication of hull treatment.
- Maintain a clean work environment where coatings work is being performed.
- Demonstrate comprehension of complex shapes and the ability to understand symmetrical gaps both parallel and perpendicular to the ship’s surface shape.
- Mixing of different types of solvent and adhesive materials.
- Use of troweling tools and adhesives, and work with equipment specific to hull treatment installations.
- Understanding fairness and flushness with regards to surface preparation.
- Follow all company rules and policies.
- Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task.
- May be required to perform additional duties as deemed necessary by the Superintendent.
- Must be willing to comply with clean shaven standards needed to wear half/full face respirator.
- Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation to obtain access into a shipyard environment.
SHT Mechanic
REPORTS TOSuperintenden
SummaryRemoval and installation of hull treatment and non-metallic coatings on United States Navy nuclear‑powered submarines. Position requires a willingness to learn, dependability, and the ability to think critically.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities- Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards.
- Ability to perform carpentry‑type duties to include use of manual tools, power tools, and building of containments.
- Read and interpret documents as necessary, such as operating and maintenance manuals, safety rules and regulations, procedure manuals, etc.
- May prepare molds and templates for fabrication of hull treatment.
- Maintain a clean work environment where coatings work is being performed.
- Demonstrate comprehension of complex shapes and the ability to understand symmetrical gaps both parallel and perpendicular to the ship’s surface shape.
- Mixing of different types of solvent and adhesive materials.
- Use of troweling tools and adhesives, and work with equipment specific to hull treatment installations.
- Understanding fairness and flushness with regards to surface preparation.
- Follow all company rules and policies.
- Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task.
- May be required to perform additional duties as deemed necessary by the Superintendent.
- Must be willing to comply with clean shaven standards needed to wear half/full face respirator.
- Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation to obtain access into a shipyard environment.
- Commercial Carpentry
- Ceramic or Composite Tile Installation
- Shipyard, Manufacturing, or Industrial Experience
- Must be able to work cooperatively and productively with other employees and shipyard personnel.
- Must be able identify and measure material.
- Must be able to calculate basic figures.
- Must be able to carry out instructions furnished in oral, written, or diagram form.
- Must be able to problem solve, organize, and prioritize work.
- Must be able to perform required duties efficiently and independently.
- None
- Regularly exposed to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, dusty conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazardous machinery, confined spaces, precarious places, proximity to other employees. To avoid injury, safety clothing is required along with safety devices to protect eyes, mouth, or hearing.
- Regularly required to walk; frequently required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, or crawl, occasionally required to sit, required to reach with hands and arms, use hands to feel, grip, or…
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