Mechanic / Master tradesperson 2 - 20177

​Requisition Number: 20177 

Required Travel: 0 - 10% 

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $34,362.00 - $45,385.60 

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain 

Level of Experience: Mid 

 

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

 

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Job Description

At HII Mission Technologies, we take pride in being the exclusive shipyard that executes the Refueling and Complex Overhaul (RCOH) of a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.  Our team is committed to ensuring the success of the Navy's aircraft carriers by incorporating improved capabilities needed for the remaining 25 years of service.  As a Master Tradesperson 2 (Mid-level mechanic), you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact supporting the U.S. Navy and America's national defense.  You will be working with the RCOH Elevator Support Unit (ESU) to support the refit and fleet modernization of the Aircraft elevator by working on mechanical systems. 

Join our growing team and be a part of this important mission.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Installs, operates, maintains, repairs and modifies equipment.  The chosen candidate performs a variety of maintenance and technical support on products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer and/or field locations. Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions to eliminate problem in minimum time. Installs, upgrades and removes products ensuring coordinative engineering field change. Maintains effective customer communications and relations. May provide onsite training of customer support personnel. Applies understanding of production and processes to assignments. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. May assist in the development and use technical documents including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, reports and task or trip reports. Performs duties outside of specialty in order to complete installation or work assignment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or Trade School or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.
• Must have knowledge and experience with troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs of mechanical systems and its associated equipment.
• Must be able to read mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD confidential security clearance and maintain clearance level throughout employment.
• Must be able to obtain base access credentials within 60 days of start date and maintain credentials throughout employment.
• Must be able to provide hand tools per trade designation.

Preferred Requirements

• Candidates who have graduated from and/or completed a vocational school, apprenticeship program or a skilled trades certificate program are preferred.
• Candidate with a current or active DoD clearance.
• OSHA 10 Maritime Certification is a plus.  
• Previous knowledge of Navy Tag Out program, NSTM 300, and 3M manual.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; pa