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Outside Machinist Needed

Quality Support Services
Newport, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/20/2029

Payrate: $27.00 - 35.00/hr plus. plus $10.00/hr per diem

MUST PASS A 90 DAY DRUG TEST AND A 10 YEAR BACKGROUND CHECK.

NEEDS 20 YEARS OF TURBINE GENERATOR EXPERIENCE.

Position Summary:

An Outside Machinist is a skilled technician who works with machinery outside of a factory or workshop to repair and maintain equipment

Recommended Skills:

  • Familiarity with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.
  • Installation of hull inserts.
  • Familiarity with fasteners Ability to comprehend complex drawings, blueprints, diagrams, and sketches.
  • Use of lapping and blue checking tools. Liner sizes/soft foot Working knowledge of shipbuilding terms and nomenclature.
  • Operate lathe.
  • Valve overhaul (steam and wog)
  • AC & refrigeration repair.
  • Installation of lift check valve.
  • Steam plant cleanliness knowledge Air conditioning hydro.
  • Installation of main engine, propulsion plant machinery and equipment.
  • System cleanliness grade knowledge.
  • Installation of aircraft elevator.
  • Testing main engine. Hydrostatic testing.
  • Installation of anchor windlass, Installation of mast and antenna, Installation of arresting gear, Installation of noise equipment, Installation of ballast tanks.
  • Use of precision instruments (Ruler/Micrometer).
  • Refueler. Drilling/tapping.
  • Test boiler operations.
  • Optical alignment.
  • Hydrostatic testing of systems.
  • Lube oil flushing.
  • Install boiler tube replacement, Installation of sea valves, Installation of VALVE AND PUMP packing.
  • System Grooming Operate boring bar.
  • Valve overhaul. Operate cargo crane. Operate portable milling/drill machine. Generator and steam turbine work. ALRE Pump/motor INSTALLATION AND alignment (M-179 & JX). Operate centrifugal pump.
  • Install turbine. Fit and blue check liners.
  • Installation of condenser/heat exchanger tube. Operate watertight compartment.
  • Flange makeup.
  • Installation of deck ordinance, Installation of winch, Installation of steam valves, Installation of diesel, Installation of weapons elevator, Shafting and bearing work Distilling plant test, Installation of hydraulic components, Installation of low/high pressure air compressor, Installation of deck or hanger doors.
  • Understanding of basic ship systems

Required Safety Training / Qualifications:

  • Confined space trained in accordance with OSHA Standards 29 CFR 1915 Subpart B.
  • Hazard communication trained in accordance with OSHA Standard 29CFR 1915.1200 (1910.1200) (h) - (1) through (3) (iv).
  • Respirator trained and qualified. A Respirator Medical Clearance Examination as required by a Physician.
  • The Respirator Training and Fit Testing will meet the requirements of Standard 29CFR1910.134 and each individual shall be trained in a negative-pressure type respirator, MSA COMFO CLASSIC (with MSA approved vapors and dust filter cartridges to be provided for them respirators by the LLPC).
  • Requires the use of a MSA COMFO CLASSIC Respirator only (approximate weight 12 oz.).
  • Daily use of respirator may occur.

Preferred Qualifications:

Possess the ability to inspect confined spaces, stooping, bending, crawling, and climb when required. Demonstrated basic computer skills are required. Ability to read a blueprint.


LANGUAGE SKILLS:

  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
  • Ability to write simple correspondence

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and measure using the metric system

REASONING ABILITY:

  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
  • Ability to deal with problems that may arise in certain situations

SAFETY:

Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.

Salary : $27 - $35

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