Technical Planner

Summary

Responsible for identifying, documenting, and reporting shipboard deficiencies during inspections; developing technically accurate work instructions for production use; resolving technical specification conflicts; and validating material accuracy before purchase.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify and develop accurate Technical Work Instructions in support of production work.
• Determine Technical Work Instructions required for approved scopes of work.
• Resolve technical specification conflicts or provide technically approved substitutes.
• Utilize statements of work, drawings, technical manuals, publications, blueprints, and specifications to develop Technical Work Instructions for production work.
• Coordinate with production teams to develop repair/replacement plans.
• Determine Objective Quality Evidence and test requirements.
• Coordinate with project team members to determine need dates for Technical Work Instructions and submit technical clarifications.
• Obtain the IMIA Structural Inspector Certification.
• Assist Purchasing with finding qualified vendors.
• Develop Job Material List from technical references and drawings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Attributes

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; well organized.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of personnel, especially company staff.
• Knowledge of work items and material procurement.
• Working knowledge of functional production areas such as trades, scheduling, quality assurance, and technical writing.
• Familiarity with government publications and standards for specifications and manuals.
• Working knowledge of naval ship repair and installation practices, including welding and fitting.

Education and Experience

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required. Minimum four (4) years working in a shipyard production environment, preferably in U.S. Navy repair or new‑construction shipyards.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Office work using hardware and software functions.
• Shop and shipboard visits to assess material conditions and conduct ship checks for Technical Work Instruction development.
• Bending, crawling, climbing, and walking on U.S. Navy ships in spaces and tanks and in company facilities.
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, high noise levels, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous machinery, confined spaces, and dusty conditions.

Equipment Used

• Computers, printers
• Measuring tape, depth gauge, calipers
• Hand tools, wire brush, scraper, foxtail/hand broom, rags
• Mirrors, flashlights, magnets

Reasonable Accommodations

Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Pay

Hourly rate: $32.00 – $38.00 (DOE). Full‑time position.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision insurance
• Life, LTD, Accident, Critical Illness coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (available to employees and household members)
• Per Diem or Dislocation Allowance for travel‑related lodging, meals, and incidentals

About the Organization

IMIA, LLC is the only national marine surface‑preparation painting contractor servicing every U.S. port with a mobile full‑time workforce. The company provides quality products on time, backed by seasoned supervision, rigorous safety and quality programs, and strong financial resources to support customers' preservation needs.