Shift : ALL
Security Clearance: No Clearance
General Dynamics NASSCO-Norfolk is the consolidation of two great shipyards that have operated in the Port of Hampton Roads, Virginia for more than 50 years - the former Metro Machine Corporation and the former Earl Industries. Along with our facilities in Bremerton, Washington, our expertise encompasses experience on more than 450 ships, a Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) contract, and the maintenance and repair of aircraft carriers and ships from the Navy's amphibious fleet.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PURPOSE (Job Description)
Schedule and oversee the maintenance of Dry Dock machinery and equipment between Dry Docking evolutions. Understand and oversee the operation of the Dry Dock Ballast Control System during Dry Docking evolutions. Assists with engineering supervision in the absence of the Dockmaster. Assists in the day to day operations logistics of the Waterfront Services Department. Maintains NASSCO Norfolk and departmental policies.
I I. POSITION DEMANDS (Education/Training/ Experience)
I II. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
X
Carrying
X
Lifting
X
Walking
X
Climbing
X
Pulling
X
Must be able to go on vessels
X
Crawling
X
Sitting
X
Visual Requirements:
X
Crouching
X
Standing
X
Hearing
X
Stooping
Other:
X
Kneeling
X
Talking
Vision Requirements: The worker is required to be examined and show proof of being examined no less than every 10 years to ensure natural or corrected near-distance visual acuity in at least one eye, and for color perception using the Ishihara Test or the Farnsworth D-15 Test.
I V. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the Dockmaster. Coordinates various operations with multiple trades. Oversees the daily operations of a crew of Dry Dock Mechanics performing maintenance and vessel support tasks. Provide support to Sr Engineer.
V. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
VI. UNIQUE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Regular, reliable attendance on-site is an essential function of the job. Responsible for effective, efficient and safe accomplishment of all tasks assigned to areas of responsibility. Responsible for adhering to:
• Production schedules
• Work specifications
• Budget constraints
• Safety regulations
• Staffing constraints
• Safe docking operations
Must be able to gain access to all work locations including government and private ship yards and/or vessels. Must be able to climb on and around ships and walk to other yard areas. Requires extended period of standing and walking (75%). Daily inspections require climbing ladders, working at heights, walking on scaffolding, and observing workers using tools and equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to dust, fumes, chemical vapors and smoke. Spends up to 100% of time in an outdoor shipyard environment in all climates and shifts. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Endures noise levels from moderate to extremely noisy (75%).
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