1932 Mechanics jobs in Chesapeake,VA

**Anticipated Salary Range: $30.00 - $34.00 per hour**

Referral bonuses for qualified candidates

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit or Global Cash Card option

OSHA training and certification

U.S. Citizen.

Ability to obtain and maintain a **Secret Security Clearance**.

Ability to obtain installation and government facility access credentials.

Valid driver's license required.

Minimum **6 years of experience** as a heavy equipment, diesel, or fleet maintenance mechanic.

Experience working within: * OEM dealerships * Commercial fleet maintenance facilities * Military maintenance organizations * Heavy equipment repair operations

Experience using **Fleet Focus** or comparable maintenance management software.

Ability to lift and carry up to **75 pounds**.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, and climb throughout the workday.

Ability to work beneath, around, and atop heavy equipment and vehicles.

Ability to use hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop machinery.

Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments under varying conditions.

Must be capable of safely wearing required PPE.

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.

ASE Diesel Engine Certification.

ASE certifications in two or more heavy-duty truck specialties, such as: * Brakes * Suspension & Steering * Drivetrain * Electrical/Electronic Systems * HVAC * Preventative Maintenance

Experience supporting military vehicle fleets or government maintenance programs.

Full per diem

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $25.00 to $35.00 per hour.

Company paid travel is provided.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and/or families.

Basic life insurance plus short- and long-term disability for the employee.

Employees may elect to enroll in our company's 401k plan.

Employees will also accrue paid time off and holidays.

Supplemental insurance plans.

Must have High School Diploma.

Must possess minimum of seven (5) years of experience as a marine mechanic.

Must have or be able to obtain current USCG approved boating course certification.

Must have or be able to obtain a passport.

Requires experience using various Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Must provide a clean driving record.

Must provide your own tools and tool box.

Must pass a standard background check.

Must be able to work in an office, industrial or shipboard environment.

Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature.

Lifting and moving of materials not to exceed the guidelines set for one man lift.

Virginia Beach, VA 23462: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required

Familiar with Mercruiser bravo series outdrives

Familiar with Caterpillar Marine Deisel engines

Familiar with Mercury Outboard engines

Familiar with Hamilton jet drives

Familiar with Cummins QSB 6.7 marine engines

Familiar with other various marine propulsion diesels under 300hp

Familiar with DC Systems and schematics

Prior experience with RHIB for federal or USCG boats is desirable.

$23.00-$38.00 per hour DOE

Health

Dental

Vision

Life

LTD

Accident

Critical Illness

401k

Employees and their household members are also eligible to participate in the company's Employee Assistance Program.

Per Diem OR Dislocation Allowance may be provided to eligible employees to reimburse some or all of the cost an employee might be reasonably expected to incur for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses while traveling out of town for work.

Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

Able to lift materials and tools up to 50 lbs.

Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines

High school graduate, or GED

Six (6) years of related experience, three (3) of which were in the maritime environment onboard naval ships, installing habitability spaces including berthing equipment, false ceilings, deck grating, joiner bhds and joiner doors.

Must have experience using hand and power tools to include drills, air rivet guns, angle grinders and saws.

$30-$36/hr

Paid Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, 401(k) retirement plan, Basic Life Insurance, supplemental insurances, and Employee Assistance Program.

Complete understanding of the operation and methods of troubleshooting/overhauling various systems on heavy machinery to include Material Handling Equipment (MHE).

[2] years' experience in heavy equipment overhaul and repair.

Must understand the principles and methods of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical troubleshooting and overhaul repair of diesel and electrical equipment

Must have the ability to repair or overhaul major assemblies and systems, e.g. power train differentials, transaxles, electronic fuel injections systems, emission control systems, and related electrical, electronic, hydraulic, fuel, and other sub-assemblies following instructions contained in applicable technical manuals.

Possess their own tools, see the MHE Basic Tool List.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

U.S. citizenship required.

Must be able to meet and maintain eligibility for a Secret Clearance and/or be able to access military facilities, naval shipyards, and private shipyards.

Pay Range: $28.46 - $35.99

Medical/dental/vision options

Company paid disability insurances

401k with match

Legal services

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Competitive paid time off (PTO)

Will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production/operations.

Bachelors or Registered Apprentice (grad) or HS + 5 years related trade experience (in the trade to be supervised)

Must have experience in one or more of the following required: operation of overhead cranes, operation of mobile cranes, and/or operations of heavy mobile equipment (ie. forklifts, combilifts, telescope handlers, electric boat trailers, shipyard transporters, and hustlers).

Must have experience with crane signal skills, safe rigging practices, setting gangways and platforms, staging erection inspections, ships mooring, material handling, calculating center of gravity, wire size and application, nylon size and application, shackle size and application, chain size and application, chain falls and application, beam clamp type and size, antenna removal and installation, deck machinery and installation, plate and structure installation, cranes/Davits/booms install, fendering removal and installation, hatch and door removal and installation, towing bridles removal and installation, cargo valves, hoses removal and installation, and cargo handling equipment.

Must possess working knowledge of weight testing IAW specified Tech manuals for equipment such as Cranes, Davits, Winches, Anchors, and anchor chains, etc... within safety guidelines.

Ability to understand job specifications, drawings, and corresponding technical references.

Regular, reliable attendance

U.S. Citizenship Required.

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 20 lbs.

Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes.

Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions.

Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.

Employee is required to operate trucks, forklifts & man-lifts.

While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist and crawl.

Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation

Frequent use of respirator.

Some previous supervisory/mentoring experience (such as make-up supervisor)

Experience performing successful crane and rigging operations within a shipyard environment highly preferred.

Prefer knowledge and experience with underwater hull rigging of shafting, propellers, rudders, etc.

Ability to obtain DBIDS preferred.

Competitive hourly pay based on experience

Overtime opportunities

Benefits including medical and dental

MUST HAVE HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC OR FIELD SERVICE EXPERIENCE

Proven experience as a heavy equipment mechanic, diesel mechanic, or field service technician

Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, and mechanical systems

Ability to troubleshoot electrical and control systems

Experience working independently in the field at industrial or construction sites

Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and service manuals

Valid driver's license

Ability to travel to customer locations in Hampton Roads

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and handle tools and parts regularly

Ability to stand, kneel, climb, and work in confined or elevated areas

Comfortable working outdoors and in active industrial environments

Ability to wear required PPE and follow strict safety protocols

OEM training or certification with CAT, Toyota, Hyster, JLG, Volvo, or similar equipment

Welding and fabrication experience

Prior experience in shipyards, ports, manufacturing plants, or heavy industrial environments

Experience servicing cranes, forklifts, aerial lifts, or material handling equipment