CARPENTER 2ND CLASS in Norfolk, Virginia at Lyon Shipyard & Fabrication LLC

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs carpentry work required in the maintenance and construction of marine railways and floating dry docks. Master, 1st, 2nd and 3rd class levels are based on proficiency, knowledge, skills and abilities.

This position will support Assistant Leadman in day-to-day operations. Responsibilities will include building docking blocks in the shop, assisting with block setting, and supporting the removal of interferences and general carpentry work. This individual will also train under Assistant Leadman to build proficiency in carpentry and dock operations. Additionally, this role will help with support overhaul and assist during docking and undocking operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. 1. Receive work orders and prints or sketches for the job. Makes sketches showing construction details for the job. Estimates material requirements and tools or equipment needed to perform job.
   2. Sets up and operates wood working tools to cut, form and finish job. Erects or dismantles structures, repairs or refinishes walls and structures.
   3. Installs wood or metal parts. Installs glass or replaces broken glass as required. Prepares irregular scaffolding which may be required.
   4. Lubricates and maintains carpenter shop equipment.
   5. Crates machinery and other equipment for shipment.
   6. Completes finish work and all types of flooring as well as fiber glass tail shafts for vessels.
   7. Operates back hoe
   8. Drop ceilings
   9. Concrete work
      1. Involved in dredging and pile driving
      2. Pier repair
   10. Trail boards for vessels
   11. Shifting of all vessels and work floats
   12. Interference removals (IWO) in accordance with work order steel work, pipe work, and electrical work
   13. Installation of oil booms
   14. May work as part of mechanics team in semi-annual overhaul program.
   15. May do touch up or incidental painting after structural repair.
   16. May repair pallets and skids as time is available.
   17. Assists in blocking for vessels on marine railways and floating dry docks.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Experience in a Shipyard/ Military setting.
3. Skills, knowledge or experience required for this occupation will depend on the job class. Must include related on-the-job training and experience in shipbuilding, marine railways, floating dry docks, and carpenter work

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. 1. Work in overhead structures and around beneath machinery.
   2. Additionally, injury exposure could be severe, cuts and bruises; considerable physical effort of hands and arms are required.
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3. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. . Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment when required.

This document is intended to describe the general content and identify essential functions and requirements to perform this job. It is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. LS&F complies with all laws pertaining to accommodation of disabled individuals and considers reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants/employees to perform essential job functions. This document does not represent a contract of employment and LS&F reserves the right to modify or change this description and/or assign tasks deemed appropriate.