Hiring Outside Machinists in Seattle!

Job Description

The candidate will perform a variety of skilled mechanical duties involving various shipboard systems and components. The mechanic must possess general knowledge of shipboard equipment operation, disassembly/assembly, testing, and record keeping of work performed.

Responsibilities

• Repair, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance on boilers, pumps, and valves.

• Work on board ships on auxiliary equipment, pump valves, and boiler systems.

• Perform major and specialized mechanical overhaul and repair work on gasoline and marine engines, outboard motors, and related marine equipment and systems using schematic charts and technical manuals.

• Establish and maintain a preventive maintenance program for marine engines and related marine research equipment.

• Test marine engines and equipment to determine the need for repairs or adjustments.

• Repair and maintain hydraulic equipment and valves.

• Operate hand and power tools associated with marine engine and equipment repair.

• Assist in the fabrication of equipment.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production, shipyard, and mechanical work.

• Knowledge of shipboard systems, including boilers, pumps, valves, and mechanical overhaul.

• 2-8 years of experience working in the ship repair industry.

• Eligibility to access the Vigor shipyard and obtain DBIDS for future work.

• Ability to set up and operate shop and portable machining tools or equipment.

• General machinist knowledge, including using required measuring instruments, hand and power tools.

• Ability to read and understand engineering prints, technical manuals, and diagrams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as an engineman or in the Navy.

• Knowledge of gas turbine engines.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values skilled craftsmanship and offers opportunities for growth and development in the ship repair industry. Benefit from a supportive work environment that prioritizes safety and quality.

Work Environment

Work on board ships and in shipyards. The role involves operating hand and power tools, reading technical manuals and diagrams, and performing mechanical repairs and maintenance. The environment is dynamic and requires adherence to safety protocols.

Job Type & Location

This is a permanent position!

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $32.00

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kent,WA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 21, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.