**Job Title: Outside Machinist** **Job Description** Capable of accomplishing the installation, maintenance, and repair of ship's propulsion and auxiliary systems including, but not limited to Steam, Gas Turbine, and Diesel propulsion systems, rudders and steering gear, elevators, and deck equipment without supervision. This position involves working on ship's fluid systems such as pumps, compressors, purifiers, heat exchangers, actuators, and valves. The role also includes testing equipment to ensure systems meet specifications, as well as installation and testing of various shop equipment. Additional tasks may be assigned as necessary. **Responsibilities** + Repair, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance on boilers, pumps, and valves. + Work on board ships on auxiliary equipment, pumps, valves, and boiler systems. + Perform major and specialized mechanical overhaul and repair work on gasoline and marine engines, outboard motors, and related marine equipment and systems using schematic charts and technical manuals. + Establish and maintain a preventive maintenance program for marine engines and related marine research equipment. + Test marine engines and equipment to determine need for repairs or adjustments. + Repair and maintain hydraulic equipment and valves. + Operate hand and power tools associated with marine engine and equipment repair. + Assist in fabrication of equipment. **Essential Skills** + Previous shipyard or Navy experience working as an Outside Machinist or Machinist Mate. + Over 5 years experience as an Outside Machinist (Journeyman Level) ideal, but will take 3+ years. + DBIDS eligible. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with ship repair and maintenance. + Familiarity with blueprints and technical manuals. + Proficiency in operating hand and power tools. + Experience with diesel engines, valves, and hydraulic systems. **Why Work Here?** Long term stability with consistent work and a contract to hire opportunity. Our Client offers excellent benefits including 401K, medical, dental, and life insurance. There are also opportunities for growth within the company. The company has been providing turnkey solutions for over 35 years and prides itself on high quality and customer satisfaction. **Work Environment** The work will occur at the following shipyards: NASSCO, BAE, CMSD, NBSD. The shift is 1st shift from 6 am - 2:30 pm, with flexibility required for overtime from Monday to Sunday if needed. The company provides new uniforms and reimburses contractors for half the cost of bus passes. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.55 - $36.00 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) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Jan 20, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. 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.