Outside Machinist - Shipyard 1st & 2nd Shift

As an Outside Machinist, you are responsible for the assembly, installation, modification, and repair of various surface ship machinery and systems. You set up, service, repair, align, and test machines that operate on a mechanical and electro‑mechanical basis. Skilled with precision measuring tools such as dial calipers, micrometers, and stack height gauges, you perform all machining tasks with exactness. After evaluating procedures, you recommend changes related to the efficiency of setup and production.

You perform major overhauls on and rebuild diesel, gas, and air compressors. You disassemble, reassemble, and test towing winch components, mooring winches, capstans, and anchor windlasses as well as hydraulic and mechanical cranes. Additionally, you remove and reinstall generators. You also perform all types of major alignments on components such as gearboxes and engine shafts. You get great satisfaction out of doing your part to ensure that marine vessels operate smoothly and safely!

• 3 years of machining experience (preferred)
• General knowledge about ships and machinery
• Knowledge about gearboxes
• Ability to rig any and all props, shafts, generators, pumps, and engines
• Ability to align pumps to motors
• Ability to remove and reinstall generators
• Ability to take readings on props, shafts, and bearings
• Ability to pass a drug test
• Have basic hand tools

Shipyard experience is preferred but multiple factors will be taken into consideration. Do you have a willingness to learn? Are you self‑motivated and reliable? Can you work well independently? Do you take pride in doing quality work? If so, you might just be perfect for this important shipyard job!

This full‑time machining position works 40+ hours per week
. The 1st shift typically runs from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM and the 2nd shift from 4:30 PM to - 1:00 AM
. Evenings and weekends are required when needed.

We understand your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this machining job in the shipyard industry, please fill out our initial 3‑minute, mobile‑friendly application
. We look forward to meeting you!

Gulf Marine Repair is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants and employees, and we consider all qualified individuals without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Location:

33605