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Advanced Mechanical Assembler (Norfolk, VA)

Serco · Portsmouth, VA · Today
ManagementFull-time

About the role

Supports the US Navy with military and system installations. Works closely with the customer and other Serco team members to deliver high technology performed onboard U.S. Naval Ships and military installations.

Responsibilities

  • Follow blueprints, guidelines, and/or diagrams to fabricate and assemble various electromechanical and electronic assemblies.
  • Keep equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions and reporting malfunctions.
  • Perform work with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within field.
  • Work onboard U.S. Naval Ships and military installations in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation.
  • Work with equipment where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises, muscle strains, serious injury, or death.

Requirements

  • A High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
  • The ability to obtain and gain access to shipyards (NAVSTA & DBIDS), undergo a background investigation and pass a drug screening.
  • The ability to obtain an OSHA certification.
  • The ability to get respirator qualified and wear proper PPE throughout their work shift.
  • The Ability to obtain Forklift certification.
  • The Ability to obtain a Firewatch and Cable Installer certification.
  • A minimum 5 years of Shipboard Experience in a related field.
  • A combination of experience in the following areas:
    • Read drawings (Beginner)
    • Drill holes, cut metal, shoot studs & use torque wrench (without supervision)
    • Assist with HAZMAT control & safety
    • Operate light machinery/equipment

Qualifications

  • The ability to work second, or thirds shift as needed and willing to work more than 40 hours work weeks.
  • The ability to work high heat spaces, climb shipyard dry dock stairs/ladders, work in kneeling position for layout of cable runs under false decking, lift 50 pounds with 80% of work requiring carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to 40 pounds for majority of shift while being in a standing, crouching, or walking position.
  • Attention to safety (which is critical).
  • The willingness to travel up to 10% to various work sites.
  • The ability to work in Newport News, VA.

Skills

  • Active DoD Secret clearance.
  • OSHA 10 certification.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Roads to retirement with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds.

Tuition reimbursement program.

Life insurance and disability coverage.

Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.

Employee Assistance Plan.

Pay

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting.

Schedule

Eligible employees may work second, or thirds shift as needed and willing to work more than 40 hours work weeks.

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