Journeyman Mechanic

Description

• Communicates effectively, works independently or in a group.
• Complies with craft and shipyard safety and environmental measures.
• Properly cares for and safely uses hand and power tools and all company property.
• According to manufacturers' specifications, disassembles and inspects for wear, damage and possible malfunction of ships mechanical equipment aboard vessel and in shop, including but not limited to gas, diesel, and steam engines, electrical motors and accessories including valving, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
• Under supervision, removes and installs ship's propellers and shafts, using air and electrical chainfalls and various other equipment.
• Diesel engine theory and repairs.
• Basic repair of evaporators.
• Ability to do basic math, i.e. add, subtract, divide and multiply.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Ability to do percentages, metric and decimal conversions, multiply fractions and decimals as required for use in measurements.
• Propulsion and steering system basics including propellers and Rudders.
• Various type Pumps and mechanical shaft seals.
• Steam systems. Knowledge of Boilers and turbines a plus
• Shipboard machinery, including but not limited to Cranes, Davits, Winches, Valves of all type
• Hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Shipboard systems including condensers, heat exchangers, fuel and lube oil, and cooling.
• Incumbent performs similar work in all areas of the Yard as the need arises.

• Communicates effectively, works independently or in a group.
• Ability to do basic math, i.e. add, subtract, divide and multiply.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Ability to do percentages, metric and decimal conversions, multiply fractions and decimals as required for use in measurements.
• Propulsion basics including variable pitch props.
• Pumps - types and mechanical seals.
• Steam systems.
• Underwater hull machinery, including bearings.
• Blowers, winches, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Shipboard systems including condensers, heat exchangers, fuel and lube oil, and cooling.

• Four-hour fire watch certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• HAZWOPER-First Responder Awareness Level

• Sitting, Standing, Walking, Crouching, Kneeling/Crawling, Stooping, Twisting, Climbing, Balancing, Leg/Foot Use (To repetitively operate machine controls), Reaching, Handling/Grasping, Fingering/Feeling, Pushing/Pulling and Lifting/Carrying.
• Talking, Hearing, Vision, Near Acuity (clarity of vision at 20 inches or less), Far Acuity (clarity of vision at 20 feet of more), Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision to judge distance/ spatial relationships), Color Vision (if required to distinguish colors for job performance or safety), Field of Vision (if required to observe a large field of vision while keeping eye fixed on a given point for job performance or safety), and Smell.

• Communication with others: Frequently interacts with others to ensure ongoing safety of operation. May work with several individuals in a confined space.
• Works independently or in a group: Frequently works in the presence of other individuals performing duties.
• Directs/supervises others: Not required.
• Repetitive work: Work is similar on a day-to-day basis.
• Attention to detail: Must perform all tasks in compliance with regulatory agency standards.
• Flexibility: May move from one job to another, unexpectedly.
• Other mental/psychological demands: Works in a noisy, dangerous environment, and works at heights.

• Works indoors: Frequently works indoors exposed to temperature variances, vibrations, humidity, chemicals, dust and noise.
• Works outdoors: Frequently works on shipboard exposed to typical Oregon weather.
• Safety equipment required: Wears welding helmet, long pants, long sleeved shirt, eye protection, hearing protection, respirator, hard hat, and leather shoes, and other equipment as required/needed.
• Other Exposures: May be exposed to smoke, acids, degreasing cleaners, fumes, free silica, asbestos, dust, weld flash, paints, solvents, oil and grease.
• Operation of equipment/tools/vehicles: Uses: grinders, hand/power tools, air torches, welding machines, come-a-long, chainfall, hammer, wedges, wire feeders, compressed gas tanks, plate shears, automatic multi-head burning machine, hydraulic press and punch, large and small plate rolls, carbon saw, large surface slab for securing fabrication, overhead and jib cranes and rigging, drill presses and a complete range of hand tools.
• Required hygiene standards: Per company standards.