Outside Machinist

Aerotek • San Diego, CA • 2d ago

Outside Machinist - Career Opportunity - San Diego, CA

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Outside Machinist capable of performing installation, maintenance, and repair of ship's propulsion and auxiliary systems.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair propulsion and auxiliary systems on ships.

Repair, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance on boilers, pumps, and valves.

Work on board ships on auxiliary equipment, pumps, valves, and boiler systems.

Perform major and specialized mechanical overhaul and repair work on gasoline and marine engines, outboard motors, and related marine equipment.

Establish and maintain a preventive maintenance program for marine engines and related equipment.

Test marine engines and equipment to determine the need for repairs or adjustments.

Repair and maintain hydraulic equipment and valves.

Operate hand and power tools associated with marine engine and equipment repair.

Assist in the fabrication of equipment.

Essential Skills

Experience in the shipyard or Navy as an Outside Machinist or Machinist Mate.

Over 5 years of experience as an Outside Machinist (Journeyman Level) is ideal, but 3+ years will be considered.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Proficiency in ship repair, diesel engines, and valve repair.

Experience with blueprint reading and machining.

Familiarity with hydraulics and marine mechanics.

Why Work Here

Enjoy long-term stability with consistent work in a contract-to-hire opportunity. We provide excellent benefits, including a 401K, medical/dental insurance, life insurance, and opportunities for growth.

Work Environment

The work will take place at shipyards including NASSCO, BAE, CMSD, and NBSD. The position requires flexibility to work on the 1st shift from 6 am to 2:30 pm, with potential for overtime Monday through Sunday. Ten-hour workdays may be required if needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.55 - $36.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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