2nd Class Drydock Mechanic

Colonna's Shipyard, Inc • Norfolk, VA • 12h ago

Job Description:

Responsible for accomplishing all duties of a lower classman.

Block and haul various vessels.

Splice 3 strand ropes.

Builds keel and bilge blocks, cradles, and shoring for supporting ships in dry dock, marine railways, shipways, or building docks, using woodworking hand and power tools.

Positions and secures blocking in accordance with the ship's blueprints.

Use centering chains, lasers, oil sticks, and magnetic tapes.

Identify various @types of wood (Oak, Pine, Salt Treated, Composite, etc.)

Identify various @types of ropes (Nylon, Samson, single braided, double braided, synthetic, manila etc.)

Become proficient in dry dock, railway, and travelift line handling.

Moor vessels using different @types of mooring equipment (Cleats, bitts, bollard bitts, chocks, H bitt, etc.), with instruction.

Tie various knots (Barge hitch, Tow bridal).

Operate the following equipment, completing any required training beforehand:

Drydock equipment (Capstan, grip hoist, flood valves, discharge valves)

Forklifts

Impact wrench

Nail gun

Come a long

Industrial Planer

Winches

JLGs

Small boats, Oil booms, moving floats, and Yokohamas.

Perform basic chainsaw operation (Startup, blade change, general maintenance).

Train on emergency procedures relating to drydocks, railways, and travel lift.

Complete the maintenance tasks of dry docks and railways successfully.

Locate Stern Reference Points (SRP).

Learn and execute introductory blueprint reading skills.

Perform rigging duties, as needed.

Complete maintenance of drydocks and railways.

Read and understand table of offsets.

Gearman (railway gear and track watch).

Train on guiding Travel lift on and off pier as well as grade beams.

Work as deckhand and assist in hooking up tugs to vessels.

Identify all piers and berthing locations within the shipyard.

Adhere to safety policy and wear personal protective equipment- hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots/shoes and, when necessary, respirator.

Qualifications:

Must have 24/7 availability.

Must have at least three (3) years of maritime experience in trade.

Must have some technical training.

Must have knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with the Mechanic.

Must be able to work effectively with others.

Must have regular, reliable attendance.

Must be able to work independently to complete responsibilities.

Must be able to comprehend and follow complex instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to obtain DBIDS preferred.

Experience operating small boats, JLG, chainsaws, and industrial planers preferred.

Welding/fitting experience preferred.

Security Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship Required.

Travel Requirements:

Minimal Travel; 10% or less.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 20 lbs.

Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes.

May ride ships at sea for extended periods

Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels.

Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.

Employee is required to operate trucks, forklifts and man-lifts.

While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk and sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear.Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist and crawl.

Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation

Frequent use of respirator.

Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding, cutting, or working with molten metal.

Respect, Pride, Truth, Family - These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.

Colonnas Shipyard Inc., and its divisions, are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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