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Job Description

Now Hiring: Inside Machinist

Location: Norfolk, VA

Company: NSC Staffing

Send resumes to: (email protected)

NSC Technologies is looking for an Inside Machinist with 2-5 years of experience ready to embark on an exciting project in Norfolk, VA. This role presents a unique opportunity for seasoned journeymen to delve into and contribute to significant ship repair and modernization projects. We're eager to hear from you if you're an Inside Machinist with the right skills and experience

Position Overview: The role of the Inside Machinist is pivotal in the maintenance and repair of complex machinery, ensuring peak performance and safety. This position demands expertise in reading blueprints, operating various machine tools, and understanding mechanical systems, including engines and hydraulic controls. The technician will also guide junior machinists, manage work assignments, and strictly adhere to safety protocols. This role, which strongly emphasizes collaboration and technical proficiency, is instrumental in driving efficiency and quality in production environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Must be able to read and comprehend blueprints, drawings, and other technical trade-related documents

Mechanical ability, manual dexterity, and hand/eye coordination required to perform various projects, per drawings, sketches, and verbal or written instructions

Skilled in the selection, set-up, and operation of the appropriate tool(s) for a given type of work

Technical training preferred

Must be able to work effectively with others

Must be a steady, reliable worker

Must be able to comprehend and follow simple instructions

Must have own tools

Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate to current or daily job duties.

Qualifications & Experience:

B lueprint reading / technical writing- reports & records

Heat treating and shrinkage

Familiarity with measuring tools such as micrometers, height gauges, vernier calipers, and dividing heads

Operate machine tools in varying tolerances according to need (from (½) half a thousand upwards)

Maintain and repair the following machines: lathes, bridge port millers, horizontal millers, vertical millers, surfacing machines, drill presses, boring mills and shapers

Experienced with the use of hoisting and rigging equipment for heavy pieces such as forklifts and chain falls

Hand scraping of bearings fitted to shafts using bluing

Gear cutting

Disassembled parts storage (bag and tag)

System tolerance determination and application

Rudders and Steering systems to include blue checking and fitting, piano wire alignment method, stock straightness determination, hydraulic and pneumatic controls

Bearings and Bushings to include lubrication types and methods, piano wire fit and alignment method, dial indicator alignment

Engines, Motors, and Generators: diesel engines, gas or steam turbines, generators, motors, reduction gears, clutches, PTOs, mount arrangements, systems flushing, heat exchanger (shell/tube and plate/frame), heat exchanger and systems leak testing

Propulsion Shafting to include CPP shafting, hydraulic couplings, clearance (water bearings), wear downs (oil bearings), Piano wire alignment method, dial indicator alignment, FRP spark test, bearing contact determination, shaft straightness (run out) determination

Seals to include: gaskets, packing, and "O"-rings, lips & labyrinth, mechanical, tightness testing

Valve work: leak testing, seat types, packing/gaskets/lubrication, lapping, seat types (materials and types),

Propellers to include: Keyed, Tapered, Flanged & Key fits- Solid and Built, CPP Systems, Polishing

K. Pumps to include: Valving (internal & external), Bearing & Sealing arrangements, Alignment (dial indicator & laser)

Instruct lower classes of machinists;

manage work/personnel assignments;

requisition of job materials.

Deck machinery: gearboxes, bearings/seal arrangements, alignments, drivers (electric, mechanical, or hydraulic), sheaves, cables, turrets, booms

Safety: safe handling/use/storage of gasses;

safe work practices;

PPE;

tank safe opening practices;

lock-out/tag-out;

confined space practices;

respirator/harness fit;

oil spill response

Why NSC Staffing?

NSC Staffing is committed to being a trusted provider of innovative staffing solutions across the Marine, Energy, Commercial, and Industrial sectors. We foster long-term relationships by exceeding client expectations and enhancing the lives of our employees. Additionally, NSC prioritizes community service and responsible stewardship of customer resources.

Benefits of Joining NSC Staffing:

Competitive pay or Salary Range: ($32 - $35)

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit or Global Cash Card option

Long-term job opportunities

Referral bonuses for qualified candidates

OSHA training and certification

Company Overview

NSC is an innovative staffing firm that excels in placing qualified, skilled, technical, and professional talent across virtually every industry. We specialize in developing custom staffing solutions that cater to businesses of all sizes. Our relentless dedication to quality and safety underscores our success in delivering superior talent.

Join Our Team Today!

Apply now and advance your career with NSC Staffing - a leader in shipyard and industrial staffing.

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NSC Staffing is a drug-free workplace and an equal-opportunity employer (EOE AA/M/F/V/D).

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Worksite address

chesapeake mobile home park, VA, 23322, US

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