Lake Assault Boats LLC
Marine Mechanic | Lake Assault Boats LLC • Portsmouth, VA, United States
If you are looking for a challenging rewarding career, then consider joining the Lake Assault Boats production team. Using welding and other tools we join aluminum components to fabricate custom aluminum boats. Our customers include the U.S. Navy and multiple police and fire departments. We provide a safe and challenging work environment that is mostly done in an indoor and heated shop and take great pride in knowing that we build a product that helps serve and protect others.
Job Summary The Marine Repair Mechanic is a skilled manufacturing position that is responsible for the repair of aluminum and fiberglass boats for the U.S. Coast Guard and Navy, as well as other government and commercial customers. This position ensures that all technical parts are correctly installed and comply with regulatory specifications to support the continued use of the boat.
Responsibilities
Install, maintain and troubleshoot advanced 12‑volt/110‑volt electrical systems.
Install and service electrical components on board small patrol craft and work boats – lighting, electronics, pumps, wash‑down systems, etc.
Understand electrical schematics, fabricate and install wiring harnesses to ABYC standards.
Install and service hydraulic steering systems and controls, including installation of hydraulic systems and pumps for various onboard vessel features.
Layout and install hardware from bow to stern on new blank hulls and superstructures to include all equipment and systems on small craft under 40 ft.
Read and/or create accurate wiring schematics and diagnose and repair problems in existing systems.
Install, maintain and troubleshoot mechanical drive systems and marine‑specific components.
Assemble, install, maintain, and repair various mechanical systems such as diesel engines, drivelines, hydraulic systems, and lighting.
Service and repair systems such as propulsion machinery, propellers, rudders, cargo handling machinery, lifeboat davits, and anchor handling gear.
Follow installation diagrams including measurements, torques and calculations.
Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and MSDS to plan layout, assembly, repair, and operations.
Maintain all safety standards, operate safety equipment, and use safe work habits.
Operate a wide variety of handheld and power‑assisted tools and production fixtures.
Ensure quality and accuracy of work.
Report issues to supervisor or team lead and troubleshoot failures and potential failures.
Assess conditions of the boat and its components and conduct operational testing and quality inspections.
Position and secure parts using hoist, crane, wire and banding machine, or hand tools.
Transport boat using company‑provided vehicle to pick up and deliver boats to and from client locations across the continental U.S.
Launch and recover boats for testing and evaluation.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall objective of the position.
Required Skills & Abilities
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Knowledge of standard build practices in comparable manufacturing environments.
Strong mechanical background and familiarity with a wide variety of tools used in the assembly process.
Follow directions and procedures under supervision.
Effectively communicate with supervisor and manager.
Adhere to all procedures and safe work practices.
Mathematics – use math to solve problems.
Equipment selection – determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Time management.
Critical thinking.
Aluminum welding skills are beneficial, but not required.
Qualifications
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Applicants with prior technician experience in the maritime industry preferred.
Applicants with a certificate or degree in Marine Technician, Automotive Technician, Industrial Maintenance Technician or equivalent experience preferred.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be able to pass drug and alcohol screens.Ability to obtain a driver’s license and have a clean driving record.
Ability to operate a boat and have trailer towing skills.
Ability to obtain a state boat operators license.
Ability to obtain a passport.
Physical Requirements Position requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, crawling, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability, and visual acuity. Must be able to work in tight spaces and awkward positions for long periods of time. Must be able to conduct inside and outside work in all temperatures. Use of manufacturing equipment. Work in areas not environmentally controlled. Able to move/lift/pull/push 50 lbs. Ability to get underway with high‑speed watercraft in variable weather conditions. Must be able to obtain a driver license with trailer use. Must be able to travel as required, with travel up to 25 % of the time, including travel outside of the Continental United States.
Lake Assault Boats is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans.
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Life Insurance
401(k) Contributions
Paid Time Off
Job Type: Full‑time
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If you are looking for a challenging rewarding career, then consider joining the Lake Assault Boats production team. Using welding and other tools we join aluminum components to fabricate custom aluminum boats. Our customers include the U.S. Navy and multiple police and fire departments. We provide a safe and challenging work environment that is mostly done in an indoor and heated shop and take great pride in knowing that we build a product that helps serve and protect others.
Job Summary The Marine Repair Mechanic is a skilled manufacturing position that is responsible for the repair of aluminum and fiberglass boats for the U.S. Coast Guard and Navy, as well as other government and commercial customers. This position ensures that all technical parts are correctly installed and comply with regulatory specifications to support the continued use of the boat.
Responsibilities
Install, maintain and troubleshoot advanced 12‑volt/110‑volt electrical systems.
Install and service electrical components on board small patrol craft and work boats – lighting, electronics, pumps, wash‑down systems, etc.
Understand electrical schematics, fabricate and install wiring harnesses to ABYC standards.
Install and service hydraulic steering systems and controls, including installation of hydraulic systems and pumps for various onboard vessel features.
Layout and install hardware from bow to stern on new blank hulls and superstructures to include all equipment and systems on small craft under 40 ft.
Read and/or create accurate wiring schematics and diagnose and repair problems in existing systems.
Install, maintain and troubleshoot mechanical drive systems and marine‑specific components.
Assemble, install, maintain, and repair various mechanical systems such as diesel engines, drivelines, hydraulic systems, and lighting.
Service and repair systems such as propulsion machinery, propellers, rudders, cargo handling machinery, lifeboat davits, and anchor handling gear.
Follow installation diagrams including measurements, torques and calculations.
Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and MSDS to plan layout, assembly, repair, and operations.
Maintain all safety standards, operate safety equipment, and use safe work habits.
Operate a wide variety of handheld and power‑assisted tools and production fixtures.
Ensure quality and accuracy of work.
Report issues to supervisor or team lead and troubleshoot failures and potential failures.
Assess conditions of the boat and its components and conduct operational testing and quality inspections.
Position and secure parts using hoist, crane, wire and banding machine, or hand tools.
Transport boat using company‑provided vehicle to pick up and deliver boats to and from client locations across the continental U.S.
Launch and recover boats for testing and evaluation.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall objective of the position.
Required Skills & Abilities
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Knowledge of standard build practices in comparable manufacturing environments.
Strong mechanical background and familiarity with a wide variety of tools used in the assembly process.
Follow directions and procedures under supervision.
Effectively communicate with supervisor and manager.
Adhere to all procedures and safe work practices.
Mathematics – use math to solve problems.
Equipment selection – determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Time management.
Critical thinking.
Aluminum welding skills are beneficial, but not required.
Qualifications
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Applicants with prior technician experience in the maritime industry preferred.
Applicants with a certificate or degree in Marine Technician, Automotive Technician, Industrial Maintenance Technician or equivalent experience preferred.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be able to pass drug and alcohol screens.Ability to obtain a driver’s license and have a clean driving record.
Ability to operate a boat and have trailer towing skills.
Ability to obtain a state boat operators license.
Ability to obtain a passport.
Physical Requirements Position requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, crawling, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability, and visual acuity. Must be able to work in tight spaces and awkward positions for long periods of time. Must be able to conduct inside and outside work in all temperatures. Use of manufacturing equipment. Work in areas not environmentally controlled. Able to move/lift/pull/push 50 lbs. Ability to get underway with high‑speed watercraft in variable weather conditions. Must be able to obtain a driver license with trailer use. Must be able to travel as required, with travel up to 25 % of the time, including travel outside of the Continental United States.
Lake Assault Boats is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans.
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Life Insurance
401(k) Contributions
Paid Time Off
Job Type: Full‑time
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