Colonna's Shipyard
1st Class Outside Machinist- 2nd Shift (Job ID: 1176)
Colonna's Shipyard, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500
1st Class Outside Machinist - 2nd Shift (Job ID: 1176)
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Purpose:
Colonna's Shipyard is seeking a 1st Class Outside Machinist to support 2nd Shift operations in our Shipyard in Norfolk, VA.
Job Description
Disassembles various types of equipment and machinery common to maritime vessels and/or general industry including pumps, valves, winches, gear boxes.
Assists in determining repairs required to bring equipment to rebuilt status.
Sets up and operates drill presses.
Applies knowledge of materials such as bronze, brass, steel (mild and heat‑treated), and stainless steels in fabrication and repairs.
Responsible for the application and care of all standard shop measuring and hand tools.
Properly cares for and safely uses hand and power tools and all company property.
Works with other crafts as needed.
Overhauls, maintains, and tests pumps, valves, turbines, condensers, shafts, rudders, winches.
Lays out passage holes on bulkheads, decks, and other surfaces for connections such as shafting and steam lines.
Installs below‑deck auxiliaries such as evaporators, stills, heaters, pumps, condensers, and boilers and connects them to steam pipe systems.
Removes, repairs, modifies or overhauls various types of marine shipboard equipment and systems such as valves, pumps, hydraulics, turbines, reduction gears, generators, anchor windlass and steering gears.
Sets up and operates portable machining tools and equipment.
Troubleshoots and repairs a variety of mechanical equipment including ANSI pumps, compressors, blowers, fans, gearboxes, extruders, mixers, agitators, and blenders.
Qualifications
Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least seven (7) years' experience as a Marine Outside Machinist.
Must be able to disassemble, repair, and install various types of equipment and machinery such as pumps, valves, winches, and gear boxes.
Must be capable of reading and interpreting blueprints and schematic drawings.
Must have own tools.
Must be able to apply basic machine shop math.
Must have the ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and observe ship working protocol.
Must demonstrate layout proficiency.
Travel Requirements
Minimal travel; 10% or less.
Security Requirements
Must be able to access Government facilities and be DBIDS eligible.
Position requires US Citizenship.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift, carry, and transport heavy equipment and boxes, no less than 20 lbs.
Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships, climb ladders, work in extreme temperatures, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces.
May ride ships at sea for extended periods.
Able to perform other duties that 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.
Must frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands or fingers, handle or feel, talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach, climb, balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist, and crawl.
Work in extreme temperatures and conditions, occasionally with limited ventilation.
Frequent use of respirator needed.
Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding, cutting, or working with molten metal.
Values 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.
Colonna’s 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.
Additionally, Colonna’s Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401(k) with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Shipbuilding
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Purpose:
Colonna's Shipyard is seeking a 1st Class Outside Machinist to support 2nd Shift operations in our Shipyard in Norfolk, VA.
Job Description
Disassembles various types of equipment and machinery common to maritime vessels and/or general industry including pumps, valves, winches, gear boxes.
Assists in determining repairs required to bring equipment to rebuilt status.
Sets up and operates drill presses.
Applies knowledge of materials such as bronze, brass, steel (mild and heat‑treated), and stainless steels in fabrication and repairs.
Responsible for the application and care of all standard shop measuring and hand tools.
Properly cares for and safely uses hand and power tools and all company property.
Works with other crafts as needed.
Overhauls, maintains, and tests pumps, valves, turbines, condensers, shafts, rudders, winches.
Lays out passage holes on bulkheads, decks, and other surfaces for connections such as shafting and steam lines.
Installs below‑deck auxiliaries such as evaporators, stills, heaters, pumps, condensers, and boilers and connects them to steam pipe systems.
Removes, repairs, modifies or overhauls various types of marine shipboard equipment and systems such as valves, pumps, hydraulics, turbines, reduction gears, generators, anchor windlass and steering gears.
Sets up and operates portable machining tools and equipment.
Troubleshoots and repairs a variety of mechanical equipment including ANSI pumps, compressors, blowers, fans, gearboxes, extruders, mixers, agitators, and blenders.
Qualifications
Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least seven (7) years' experience as a Marine Outside Machinist.
Must be able to disassemble, repair, and install various types of equipment and machinery such as pumps, valves, winches, and gear boxes.
Must be capable of reading and interpreting blueprints and schematic drawings.
Must have own tools.
Must be able to apply basic machine shop math.
Must have the ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and observe ship working protocol.
Must demonstrate layout proficiency.
Travel Requirements
Minimal travel; 10% or less.
Security Requirements
Must be able to access Government facilities and be DBIDS eligible.
Position requires US Citizenship.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift, carry, and transport heavy equipment and boxes, no less than 20 lbs.
Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships, climb ladders, work in extreme temperatures, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces.
May ride ships at sea for extended periods.
Able to perform other duties that 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.
Must frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands or fingers, handle or feel, talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach, climb, balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist, and crawl.
Work in extreme temperatures and conditions, occasionally with limited ventilation.
Frequent use of respirator needed.
Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding, cutting, or working with molten metal.
Values 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.
Colonna’s 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.
Additionally, Colonna’s Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401(k) with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Shipbuilding
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