Outside Machinist Trainee D

Job Posting End Date:until filled

Shift: 1st

Security Clearance: No Clearance required

Who We Are

General Dynamics NASSCO is one of three shipyards in the Marine Systems group of General Dynamics Corporation (NYSE: GD). General Dynamics NASSCO traces its beginnings to the industrial heart of SanDiego, along the working waterfront of beautiful and historic SanDiego Bay. The company has been designing and building ships in SanDiego's industrial corridor since 1960 and is the largest full service shipyard on the West Coast of the United States.

JOB SUMMARY

Installs, maintains, and repairs ship's main propulsion and auxiliary systems including, but not limited to Steam, Gas Turbine, Diesel propulsion, propulsion shafting, propellers, rudders and steering engines. Installs, repairs and maintains ship's fluid systems including, but not limited to; pumps, compressors, purifiers, heat exchangers, hydraulic motors actuators and valves. Tests installed equipment to ensure systems meet specifications. Installs and tests various shop equipment. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

High school or equivalent education preferred. Minimum three years in related experience or three years in any of the following U. S. Navy ratings: MM, En, BT or MR are required. Must have training in machine shop, hardware alignment and blueprint reading. Need good mechanical skills. Must have ability to use hand tools and to read technical manuals. Need good knowledge of ship layout. Must have ability to work at heights and confined spaces, access and move around ships safely.

ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS

1. Must have the ability to read and comprehend Technical Manuals in English.
2. Must read and understand blueprints, mechanical drawings, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
3. Must measure with precision using English and Metric precision micrometers. Verniers and calipers.

5. Ability to work closely within given tolerances.
6. Ability to use calculators to solve standard mathematical formulas.
7. Must maintain constant safety awareness.
4. Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, portable drilling, boring and milling tools to install, maintain and repair machinery.

MATERIALS, TOOLS EQUIPMENT, WORK AIDS

Measuring devices, high speed drills, hand tools, power tools, torquing wrenches, and ship equipment such as engines, transmissions, radar equipment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL INVOLVEMENT

Lifting/carrying equipment up to 65 lbs., standing, walking, reaching, pushing, balancing, pulling, crawling through small openings, manual dexterity, bending, seeing and hearing, and occasional bending and kneeling. Ability to read and comprehend technical manuals and blueprints. Practice required safety procedures.

MARGINAL JOB TASKS

None Identified.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL INVOLVEMENT

Lifting, carrying parts and supplies up to 50 lbs. Standing, walking, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crawling, reclining, climbing, balancing, stooping, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, seeing and hearing. Rigging and yarding machinery.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Works in tight confined work spaces on board ship, units and blocks. Works at varied heights. Is exposed to various temperatures, wind and humid conditions. Is exposed to fumes, odors and dust. Works with toxic and caustic chemicals. Is constantly exposed to loud machinery and tool noise.

PAYSCALE:

$22.38- 23.73

This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the hourly range for this role. It takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, and education. General Dynamics NASSCO also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), wellness coaching, and an onsite health services.

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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