Outside Machinist

Company: Venture Dynamics
Location: Charleston
Posted on: September 19, 2023

Job Description:

VENTURE DYNAMICS is currently accepting applications/resumes for Marine Outside Machinist with knowledge and experience in the shipyard environment to WORK IN NORFOLK, VA. Must be a US Citizen Outside Machinist must have the following experience and knowledge: Overhauls, repairs and installs major equipment and ancillary components, including their alignment in compliance with blueprints and/or contractual requirements.Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and set-up requirements.Overhauls and repairs mechanical equipment as required.Sets up and uses rigging equipment such as chain falls, ratchet hoists, lifting straps, shackles, eye bolts, and cables.Make sketches and drawings used for instruction of lower class machinists and/or construction of parts required for the job. Prepare and install proper lockout/tagout to protect work.Measures and fits metal and/or resin chocks for large machinery such as generators, main engines, reduction gears, etc.Installs and aligns main propulsion units, diesel/steam turbines, propellers, shafts and other major auxiliary shipboard equipment.Final alignment of pumps, motors, shafts, prop shafts, reduction gears, main engines, etc. without assistance.Through departmental provided training and literature, become totally proficient in the work process of Hand Rigging, as well as disassembly/inspection/reassembly for MAIN PROPULSION AND STEERING GEAR (including Rudder) SYSTEMS. May be assigned tasks outside craft as required. Must be US Citizen Must pass drug and background screening Must have reliable transportation Must be able to work all shifts assigned (1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts)

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