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$40K - 60K a year
Perform installation, repair, and maintenance of ship's fluid systems and shop equipment with some oversight, following safety and quality standards.
At least 2-3 years shipyard experience, ability to obtain security clearance, pass screenings, and basic technical training or trade school preferred.
E-Verify Poster Right to Work Poster Outside Machinist Handyperson Summary • A handyperson must have a basic knowledge of the ship building industry and show a willingness to learn, strive, and continually improve in all aspects of his/her work. Capable of accomplishing the installation repair, and maintenance of ship's fluid systems which include pumps, compressors, purifiers, heat exchangers, actuators and valves with some Journeyman assistance and / or oversite. Capable of accomplishing the testing of equipment to ensure systems meet 4E specifications, references and drawings with some Journeyman assistance and / or oversite. Capable of accomplishing the installation and testing of various shop equipment. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position. Duties and Responsibilities • Demonstrate knowledge of shipyard safety best practices (i.e. job hazard analysis (JHA), fire prevention, electrical safety, tool safety, fall protection, hazardous waste operations, confined space entry, hot work operations, etc.). • Demonstrate the ability to operate and maintain a sand blaster, parts washer, steam cleaner and paint booth. • Demonstrate knowledge of basic math and measuring (i.e. addition, subtraction, fractions, decimals, how to read a tape measure, etc.) • Ability to properly care for and use basic tools (e.g. flashlight, tape measure, pliers, feeler gauge, Allen wrench, crescent wrench, combination wrench, socket wrench, Ford wrench, pipe wrench, ball-peen hammer, soft hammer, Phillips and flat head screwdriver). • Knowledgeable of how to find compartments of the ship by space number, and know port from starboard, and forward from aft. • Possess a basic assortment of hand tools required as a Handyperson and know how to use them. • Follow instructions exactly as given. • Basic knowledge of ship building procedures. • Work well with others and be able to handle constructive criticism from a mentor. • Work safely and know the safety rules and regulations as they apply to you. • Know the company Quality Policy and be able to state it when required. • Must want to excel in the shipyard. • Blank and tag equipment in accordance with NAVSEA Standard Items. • Package, label and store material in an organized fashion. • Demonstrate knowledge of Naval Ship Work Authorization Form (WAF) procedures. • Possess general knowledge of 4E specifications, references and drawings (including category I and II NAVSEA Standard Items). • Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and seek assistance with weights over 50 lbs. • Able to withstand environmental factors such as: • Outside weather conditions • High, precarious places • Exposed to fumes and airborne particles • Very loud noise level • Occasionally perform other physical activities as required, such as: • Stooping • Bending • Squatting • Climbing (including but not limited to vertical and incline ladders, masts, and kingposts) • Crawling (including but not limited to through scuttles, manhole covers, tanks, and voids) • Perform all other duties as assigned. Experience Requirements • 1st Class = 2 - 3 years of experience working in a shipyard. Other Requirements • Must be able to obtain a government facility security pass/DBIDS. • Must be able to pass Drug Screening, Work Ability Screening. • Must be 18 years of age or older to apply. • Some college, trade school, or technical training preferred. • Minimum 3 years of marine and/or shipyard experience. This position requires access to U.S. government or military sites. As such, candidates must be eligible to obtain base access clearance, which includes passing a background check and presenting valid government-issued identification. Per federal requirements, acceptable ID must be REAL ID-compliant or an approved form of federal identification, such as a valid U.S. passport.
This job posting was last updated on 12/9/2025