Sheetmetal Mechanic 1st Class

Shift:                         ALL

Security Clearance: No Clearance

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Mechanics are responsible for accomplishing work in accordance with work specifications safely, with the highest quality, in a professional manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE

• Assure that tank/ compartment has an updated safe for hot work ticket and that requirements of the ticket have been met. (Example: ventilation, lighting, safety equipment etc.)
• Assure that conditions of the tank/compartment have not changed since the ticket was written. (Example: fuel run back, unsafe working conditions, etc.)
• Assure that a Work Authorization Form (WAF) ticket is on the job site and that it is for the specific job being accomplished, no work will be accomplished without a WAF posted at location of repairs
• Assure that any other safety issues are complied with that relate to the specific job being accomplished (Example: special staging, face shields for grinding, protective clothing for hot work related jobs, breathing apparatus with correct cartridges, etc.)
• Assure that you are trained or qualified for the work you are assigned to do (Example: JLG, forklift, welding, brazing, special electrical / mechanical repairs and etc.)
• Assure that you and personnel working under your direction are working as safely and as productively as possible maintaining quality control at all times
• Assure that job site is left in a safe and clean condition prior to departure
• Must have the  basic understanding of mechanical drawings, layout, assemble, install and repair sheet metal products related to Shipboard construction HVAC and Habitability
• Must have the knowledge of the various types of metals and sizes.
• Must have the ability to assist in the assemble of ventilation runs in accordance with drawings, spec’s and meet Navy shipboard standard detail requirements.
• Must have a basic knowledge of Habitability layout and installation of MJB, MJ doors, Berthing’s, Galley’s and Office outfitting. This is to be accomplished with supervisor guidance

POSITION DEMANDS

• Typically has a High School Diploma or equivalent plus three (3) years directly related experience. 

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

 This position reports to the General Foreman.

UNIQUE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to gain access to government facilities and obtain a security clearance
• Must have reliable transportation
• Works well with others
• Must be able to work aboard vessels, climb ladders, work in tanks and confined spaces
• Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• Able to work evening and weekend hours
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

VISION REQUIREMENTS

The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines where the seeing job is at or within arm’s reach or performing mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as ones by electricians, technicians, service people, painters, mechanics, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

FEATURES

• Evening and weekend hours
• Approx.  70% of a mechanics time is devoted to actual production

PAY RANGE:  $28.23 - $37.05 per hour

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity. 

BENEFITS
• Comprehensive health offerings such as medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account to cover you and your dependents
• Earn 120 hours per year of paid time off 
• 8 Company paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Life and accidental death insurance

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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