3rd Class Drydock Mechanic (Job ID : 971)

3rd Class Drydock Mechanic

Purpose :

Colonna's Shipyard is seeking a 3rd Class Mechanic to support docking operations at our site in Norfolk, VA. This position works 1st shift (Mon-Fri 7am-3 : 30pm).

Job Description :

• Able to accomplish all duties of lowerclassmen
• Block and haul various vessels
• Builds keel and bilge blocks, cradles, and shoring for supporting ships in dry dock, marine railways, shipways, or building docks. Using woodworking hand and power tools
• Positions and secures blocking in accordance to ship's blueprints
• Proficient in using centering chains, lasers, oil sticks, and magnetic tapes
• Ability to identify various types of wood (Oak, Pine, Salt Treated, Composite, etc.)
• Ability to identify various types of ropes (Nylon, Samson, single braided, double braided, synthetic, manila etc.)
• Proficient in dry dock, railway, and travelift line handling
• Ability to moor vessels using different types of mooring equipment (Cleats, bitts, bollard bitts, chocks, H bitt, etc.) with instruction
• Ability to tie different knots (Barge hitch, Tow bridal)
• Qualified to operate the following equipment :

Drydock equipment (Capstan, grip hoist, flood valves, discharge valves)

Qualifications :

Travel Requirements :

Physical Requirements :

Respect, Pride, Truth, Family - These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.

Colonna's Shipyard Inc., and its divisions, are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Additionally, Colonna's Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical / dental / vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401k with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).