We have an exciting opportunity for two Sheet Metal Mechanics / Outfitters in Norfolk, VA with one of our Clients in the Ship Repair Industry.
Qualifications:
- Must be DBIDS eligible
- Must have at least 5 years of sheet metal/outfitting experience.
- Must have knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with trade.
- Must be able to work effectively with others.
- Must be able to comprehend blueprints, sketches, and templates.
- Must be able to enter and move through manholes to reach and work in internally confined spaces.
- Must have working knowledge of practices, methods, materials, and equipment used in Sheet Metal, Joinery, and HVAC.
- Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 20 lbs.
- Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes.
- May ride ships at sea for extended periods
- Able to perform other duties as required which 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 & man-lifts.
- While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist and crawl.
- Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation
- Frequent use of respirator.
Hours:
- 1st shift starts at 6AM
- 2nd shift starts at 3PM
- Shifts will be 8,10 or 12 hours based on the project that you are working on
Pay:
- Local pay is up to $30/hour for 1st Class
- Per Diem available for Non-local
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