Outside Machinist

The Outside Machinist is responsible for conducting diesel engine repairs, rebuilds, and overhauls, as well as working on other types of engines. This role involves assisting in the teardown, repair, replacement, and installation of reduction gears. The machinist will work on large mechanical systems and heavy equipment, including staging equipment and materials, bolting up equipment, and installing machinery. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the replacement of the Stern Gate, repairing the Steering Ram, and conducting generator repairs, rebuilds, and overhauls. The machinist will also be responsible for repairing deck equipment and deck machinery.

Responsibilities

• Analyze jobs from start to finish to ensure proper and safe work methods are used.
• Read and interpret work specifications, blueprints, technical manuals, and design sketches to ensure proper dimensions and tolerance levels of finished products.
• Assemble, repair, and fabricate metal parts using mechanical equipment such as hand tools, calipers, micrometers, lathes, boring mills, planers, shapers, slotters, and milling machines.
• Assemble parts into sub-units or complete units.
• Install ship machinery including propelling machinery, auxiliary motors, pumps, ventilating equipment, and steering gears.
• Test and inspect installed machinery and equipment during dock and sea trials.
• Assist, guide, and demonstrate good marine practices.
• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical problems and report to the supervisor.

• Must have at least three years of outside machinist experience.
• Experience with diesel engines.
• Ability to carry out written or oral instructions.
• Proficiency in operating precision tools, drill presses, and grinders.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and design sketches.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Steady and reliable work ethic.

• Experience with mechanical equipment such as drill presses, shears, valves, and marine machinery.
• Knowledge of shipyard operations.

This position offers the opportunity to work in diverse shipyard environments, enhancing your skills with hands-on experiences in marine practices and mechanical systems. The role is ideal for individuals seeking growth in a dynamic and collaborative setting, supported by a culture that values steady and reliable work ethics.

Work Environment

This role involves working across various shipyards, providing exposure to different marine environments and mechanical systems. The work requires precision and teamwork, utilizing advanced tools and machinery to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Norfolk, VA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Norfolk,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.