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Epsilon Systems Solutions has a contingent job opportunity for a full-time Engineering Technician (Mechanical) in Norfolk, VA.

Summary: The Engineering Technician (Mechanical) will support East Coast Carriers stationed at Naval station Norfolk and Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY).

Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Provide technical support to U.S Navy Ships for the assessment and repair

+ Deliver on-the-job training (OJT), logistics support, material condition assessments, and mechanical repairs for pumps, valves, compressors, and watertight doors

+ Complete on-site mechanical repairs to Hull Mechanical & Electrical equipment aboard U.S. Navy Aircraft Carriers

+ Conduct cold/hot checks to determine equipment condition and identify parameters that are out of specification

+ Observe operation of the equipment by ship’s force to witness the full range of performance where possible

+ Provide written visit debrief/reports to the SME upon completion of each ship visit

+ Inspect, diagnose, service and repair mechanical systems using a variety of tools and instruments

+ Candidate will be working as part of a small team. When not working in their primary specialty they will be required to assist other trades specialties in the performance of their work

+ Provide basic hand tools and specialty tools required for their trade specialty

Required Qualifications:

+ Eight (8) years’ experience in the operation, repair, and maintenance of naval or marine propulsion hull, mechanical, or electrical systems is highly desired

+ Must have HS Diploma or equivalent

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, diagrams, or other mechanical technical data pertaining to the construction and operation of naval hull, mechanical, and electrical equipment

+ Two (2) years’ experience in a position of team leader or supervisor of subordinate work groups is desired

+ It is preferable if personnel have prior shipboard mechanical repair and testing experience

+ An Associate Degree in an appropriate discipline from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to two (2) years of technician experience

+ Quantified, specialized skills such as trade qualifications, manufacturer certifications of training for shipboard related systems, equipment and components may be substituted for up to two (2) years of technician experience for each major qualification or specialized trade skill

All personnel assigned must have the below qualifications and they must be current or be able to obtain:

+ OSHA 7615 Shipyard Employment 10-hour training course

+ Obtain and maintain a secret clearance

+ Respirator qualified to include a physical and fit test

ADA Notations:

+ Frequent standing, sitting, walking, handling, feeling with hands, reaching with arms

+ Will be required to work aboard ships in a shipyard environment under industrial conditions.

+ Candidate will be working as part of a small team. When not working in their primary specialty they will be required to assist other trades specialties in the performance of their

+ Able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to include hard hats, hearing protection and safety glasses

+ Regular Communication (hearing and speaking)

+ Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching

+ Ability to go aboard ships, barges and other naval craft

+ Ability to move in narrow and restricted passageways, up/down steep and narrow ladders or stairways onboard ships

+ Ability to lift, carry and move objects up to 50 lbs in weight

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. and its subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veterans.