Facilities Mechanic (Compressor/Boiler)

Job Description

BAE Norfolk Ship Repair is seeking a qualified mechanic to assist with the Facilities maintenance in the Boiler/Compressor Division.

Key Responsibilities & Functional Knowledge:
This list is representative of the key areas of responsibility and functional knowledge required of a first class mechanic in the Weld shop. A first class mechanic must demonstrate an advance knowledge of the skills, functional knowledge and abilities required to perform tasks in these and related areas of responsibility.
Advance knowledge means that the mechanic understands how to perform tasks in these categories (including, but not limited to, the specific tasks identified below) and is able to complete them independently, without assistance. This also means that the mechanic has the necessary level of knowledge of the equipment, protective gear, and machinery required to complete these tasks.
Compressor/Boiler Room:
Responsibilities shall include but not be limited to the safe operation and maintenance of High Pressure Compressed air, High Pressure Steam boiler systems and associated auxiliary systems.

These duties include:

• Air Compressor Operating Procedures and Maintenance
• Boiler Operating and Maintenance
• Fueling
• Salt Water Pump Maintenance
• Fresh Water Booster Pump Operating Procedures and Maintenance
• Boiler Feedwater Analysis
• Fire Pump Operating Procedures
• Visible Emission Evaluator (Opacity Certified)
• Data Stream MP2 User
• And various yard facilities upgrade projects

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Proven strong mechanical background in 1 or more of the following disciplines:

• Pipe Fitting
• Machining
• Valve/Pump Repair
• Boiler Maintenance

Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.