Maintenance Mechanic

Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Maintenance Mechanics for a contract opportunity in Newport News, VA.

• High School graduate or equivalent
• 5 years of trade experience is required, 8+ years is preferred
• The individual must have the ability to read and interpret basic blue prints and technical specifications and/or equipment repair manuals.
• Candidate should have a solid understanding of the basic steam cycle, water chemistry, automated boiler control systems, burner management systems, pumps, boiler auxiliary systems, compressors and generation of demineralized water.
• Be able to utilize basic hand tools, power tools, and precision tools
• Experience in repairing and maintaining centrifugal pump systems
• Experience in repairing and maintaining gearboxes and drive trains
• Previous millwright experience
• The ability to climb ladders, work at heights, lift a minimum of 40 lbs. and work in confined spaces may be required.

• The candidates will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance and repairing of mechanical tools, air tools, pump and hydraulic equipment.
• The selected candidate will repair and maintain critical equipment and systems, which provide plant services, on a variety of equipment. This will include low and high pressure steam system, river water system, air compressors, demineralized water systems, calibration and preventive maintenance.
• The person must be a team player, highly motivated and work with minimal supervision.
• This position requires working day shift.
• Candidate should have a solid understanding, pumps, motors, boiler maintenance, boiler auxiliary systems, compressors and demineralized water systems.

• Previous military experience with boiler maintenance and repair and associated systems is a plus
• Experience repairing and maintaining 600 psi and above marine type boilers is preferred
• Knowledge of the basic steam cycle, water chemistry, automated boiler control systems, HP and LP Air systems, River water systems and burner management systems is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of plant operations, pipefitting, and troubleshooting control systems are a plus.

High school diploma/equivalent is required.

School must be accredited.

All shifts.

• Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
• Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.