HUTCO, INC.

Position: Outside Machinist (20 years of Turbine Generator Experience Required)
Job Location: Newport News, VA
Start Date: 9/12/2024
End Date: 9/11/2025
Shift: Variable, 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM, Sunday - Saturday
Number of Positions: 1 position available
Rate of Pay: $27.31 per hour

DESCRIPTION:

Hutco, Inc. is seeking an Outside Machinist with 20 years of turbine generator experience to work on various shipbuilding and repair projects. This position requires in-depth knowledge of turbine generators and associated systems and equipment. The machinist will be responsible for performing installations, repairs, and testing on steam turbines, pumps, valves, and other critical systems aboard ships.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 20 years of turbine generator experience.
• Extensive knowledge in installation, maintenance, and overhaul of mechanical systems, including turbines, generators, valves, and pumps.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and shipbuilding industry standards.

RECOMMENDED SKILLS:

1. Drawings and Blueprints: Ability to comprehend complex drawings, blueprints, diagrams, and sketches.
2. Ship Systems: Working knowledge of shipbuilding terms, systems, and nomenclature.
3. Precision Tools: Skilled in the use of lapping and blue-checking tools, micrometers, and precision instruments.
4. Installation and Repair: Experience in installing main engine, propulsion plant machinery, valves, sea valves, and hydraulic components.
5. Testing and Overhaul: Experience in valve overhauls (steam and wog), hydrostatic testing, and system grooming.
6. Machinery Operation: Ability to operate lathe, boring bar, portable milling machines, centrifugal pumps, and other machinery.
7. Alignment: Proficiency in optical alignment, pump/motor installation, shafting, bearing work, and flange makeup.
8. Specialized Equipment: Knowledge in operating equipment such as anchor windlass, mast and antenna installations, and aircraft elevator systems.
9. System Cleanliness: Familiar with cleanliness grades for systems, including lube oil flushing and air conditioning hydro testing.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical Demands: The job is physically demanding, requiring work in extreme temperature and humidity conditions.
• Tools and Machinery: Ability to operate heavy machinery such as boring bars, cargo cranes, and centrifugal pumps, and perform tasks like drilling, tapping, and flange makeup.

CONTACT HUTCO TODAY!

Apply Online or at the Portsmouth Branch:

Address:
728 High Street Suite 200
Portsmouth, VA 23704

Send resumes to: nnrecruiter@hutcoinc.com

Or call us at: (757) 223-7680

Hutco, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).