Toolroom Technician in Chesapeake, Virginia at General Dynamics Information Technology

Location: USA VA Chesapeake
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ226879
Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
SCA

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Hand Tools, Shop Tools, Work Orders
Certifications:
None
Experience:
1 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Toolroom Technician

Position Summary

The Toolroom Technician is responsible for receiving, issuing, maintaining, and organizing tools, equipment, and related supplies. This role requires a mechanically inclined individual who can inspect tools for wear or damage, perform minor repairs and adjustments, and support production and maintenance teams by ensuring the right tools are available, calibrated, and in safe working

condition.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, organize, and inventory all tools, equipment, and supplies in the toolroom.
• Issue and track tools and equipment to employees using a sign-out or inventory system.
• Inspect tools and equipment for damage, wear, and proper operation; perform minor mechanical repairs or adjustments as needed.
• Coordinate tool sharpening, calibration, and more complex repairs with internal maintenance or external vendors.
• Ensure tools and equipment are stored safely and properly to prevent loss, damage, or accidents.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering new tools, replacement parts, and consumables.
• Keep accurate records of tool usage, maintenance, and calibration schedules.
• Assist production, maintenance, and engineering teams with tool selection and troubleshooting.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free toolroom.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to tooling, processes, and organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training in a mechanical field preferred.
• 1+ years of related experience
• Proven mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Prior experience in a toolroom, warehouse, maintenance, machine shop, or similar environment preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, machining tools, and equipment.
• Ability to read and understand basic technical drawings, manuals, and specifications (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to use computer-based inventory or tracking systems.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift and move tools and equipment in accordance with safety guidelines.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift moderately heavy items throughout the shift.
• Manual dexterity to handle small parts and tools.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing or shop environment with appropriate PPE.

Work Environment

• Toolroom, shop, or production environment with exposure to noise, machinery, and moving equipment.
• Use of safety equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toe shoes as required.

Must be a US Citizen

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career at GDIT and you'll find opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your commitment to quality, safety, and mission success in a fast-paced fabrication environment.

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $20.24 - $26.45. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
None

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Chesapeake

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identify Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About our Work:
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

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