Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Outside Machinists for projects located in the Newport News, VA area. This is a first shift opportunity, and the pay rate is $45/hour based on experience plus $140/day worked per diem for Travelers 60+ miles from the job site. If you are a Outside Machinist and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity, and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!
Job Scope:
Installation of hull inserts and shipboard mechanical components
Reading and interpreting complex drawings, blueprints, diagrams, and sketches
Use of lapping tools and blue checking tools for precision fitting
Fit and blue check liners; work with liner sizing and soft foot corrections
Installation and alignment of main engine propulsion plant machinery and equipment
Perform lube oil flushing and system cleanliness verification
Installation and maintenance of valves, pumps, steam systems, and piping
Valve overhaul including steam and WOG valves
Install and align ALRE pump/motor systems (M-179 & JX)
Installation of anchor windlass, winches, arresting gear, and deck ordnance equipment
Install and service air conditioning and refrigeration systems
Perform AC hydro and hydrostatic testing of systems
Install ballast tanks, sea valves, and hydraulic components
Installation of mast, antenna systems, and noise equipment
Perform optical alignment and precision measurements using rulers and micrometers
Installation and repair of boilers and boiler tube replacements
Installation of condenser and heat exchanger tubes
Testing and troubleshooting main engines and propulsion systems
Perform boiler operations testing and distilling plant tests
Work on generator systems and steam turbines
Installation of low and high pressure air compressors
Shafting and bearing work
Perform flange makeup, drilling, tapping, and precision machining
Operate shop equipment including lathe, boring bar, portable milling machine, and drill machines
Operate centrifugal pumps, cargo cranes, and shipboard equipment
Installation and maintenance of aircraft elevators, weapons elevators, and hangar/deck doors
Perform system grooming and maintain steam plant cleanliness standards
Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.
Our comprehensive benefits include:
Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability