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Job purpose
Jr. Dock Master performs the work such as docking, planning, etc of the marine railways and floating dry docks.

• Dock Shop

Duties and responsibilities:
(Duties and responsibilities, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.)

• Be able to formulate a blocking plan to accommodate each vessel the yard docks as each one has different and varying requirements.
• Also assigned the responsibility to ensure that all vessels in Lyon Shipyard's custody are berthed and secured in a manner that will ensure their safety under constantly changing weather and sea conditions.
• Maintain all railways and associated equipment in a good state of repair.
• Be able to interpret drawings, specifications about the job, order materials, and write reports to generate new work.
• Ensures work areas are secure upon completion of assigned shift.
• Recognize and communicate any problems.
• Lead crews to obtain top quality workmanship, efficiency, employee satisfaction, morale, communication, commitment, teamwork and pride.
• Communicate regularly about repair and maintenance needs on all major pieces of equipment on assigned jobs.
• Responsible for accomplishing all duties of a lower classman.
• Lay off/ block equipment for various vessels.
• Splice 3 strand ropes.
• Builds keel and bilge blocks, cradles, and shoring for supporting ships in dry dock, marine railways, shipways, or building docks, using woodworking hand and power tools.
• Positions and secures blocking in accordance with the ship's blueprints.
• Use centering chains, lasers, and magnetic tapes.
• Identify various types of wood (Oak, Pine, Salt Treated, Composite, etc.)
• Identify various types of ropes (Nylon, Samson, single braided, double braided, synthetic, manila etc.)
• Become proficient in dry dock, railway, and boat lift line handling.
• Moor vessels using different types of mooring equipment (Cleats, bitts, bollard bitts, chocks, H bitt, etc.), with instruction.
• Tie various knots (Barge hitch, Tow bridal).
• Operate the following equipment, completing any required training beforehand:
  • Drydock equipment (Capstan, grip hoist, flood valves, discharge valves)
  • Forklifts
  • Impact wrench
  • Nail gun
  • Come a long
  • Industrial Planer
  • Winches
  • JLGs
  • Small tugboats, Oil booms, moving floats, and Yokoyama's.
• Perform basic chainsaw operation (Startup, blade change, general maintenance).
• Train on emergency procedures relating to drydocks, railways, and travel lift.
• Complete the maintenance tasks of dry docks and railways successfully.
• Locate Stern Reference Points (SRP).
• Perform rigging duties, as needed.
• Read and understand table of offsets.
• Gear man (railway gear and track watch).
• Train on guiding Boat lift on and off pier
• Instruct hooking up tugs to vessels.
• Identify all piers and berthing locations within the shipyard.
• Adhere to safety policy and wear personal protective equipment- hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots/shoes and, when necessary, respirator

Qualifications:

• Must have at least five (8) years of maritime experience in trade.
• Must have some technical training.
• Must have a strong understanding of math calculations.
• Must have knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with the Mechanic.
• Must be able to work effectively with others.
• Must have regular, reliable attendance.
• Must be able to work independently to complete responsibilities.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow complex instructions.
• Must know and implement company policies.

Competencies

1. Technical Capacity.
2. Communication Proficiency.
3. Problem Solving/Analysis.
4. Decision Making.
5. Initiative.
6. Results Driven.
7. Thoroughness.

Contacts
Frequent contact with skilled trade workers, superintendents, management and/ or customers.
Work Environment
Work is regularly performed in outside weather conditions, including rain and extreme heat, near moving mechanical parts and includes occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions and to vibration.
Physical 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.
Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. This position periodically requires long hours and weekend work. Regular and predictable on-site attendance is an essential function and a prerequisite to perform other essential functions of the position.
Travel
None.
Required Education and Experience

1. High school degree or equivalent.

Preferred Education or Experience
Education based on requirements that are job-related and consistent with the business necessity.

1. Experience in a Shipyard/ Military setting.

1. 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

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• None

AAP/EEO Statement
Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and continues to be, a fundamental principle at Lyon Shipyard, Inc. It is the company's policy that opportunities be available to all persons without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, or any other category protected under state or local law. This policy applies to employees and applicants and to all phases of employment including hiring, promotion, demotion, and treatment during employment, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and termination of employment.
Lyon Shipyard is proud to be a drug free workplace.