Mechanic Helper Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Description

Who We Are

Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative, integrated partner with a national footprint in marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication, and marine services.

With four shipyards, six dry docks, and more than 20,000 feet of pier space on or near U.S. Naval bases and at historic shipyards, our 2,500 dedicated employees across four states – from the Pacific Northwest to San Diego to Norfolk – personify the values of our company. Vigor Marine Group takes pride in being the employer of choice for our employees, who in turn take great pride in their contributions to the communities where they live and work, and to their nation – through their living wage jobs supporting their local economies, and through the world-class maritime and industrial services they provide to further our defense readiness and national security. For more information, visit vigor.net.

HOURLY RAYE: $25.40

POSITION SUMMARY

The Shipyard Helper supports machinists, mechanics, and supervisors by performing general labor, housekeeping, material handling, tool support, and equipment preparation. This position assists with repairs, overhauls, fabrication, and installation of mechanical equipment both inside the machine shop and in the field aboard vessels while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

ESSENTAIL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Machine Shop Duties

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Sweep floors, remove chips, shavings, and scrap metal from machines.
• Clean lathes, mills, drill presses, saws, grinders, and other shop equipment.
• Assist machinists with setup and teardown of machining jobs.
• Stage raw materials, stock, and fabricated components.
• Deburr machined parts using hand tools and power tools.
• Measure and identify materials for machining operations.
• Operate band saws, drill presses, and other approved equipment after training.
• Change cutting fluids and assist with coolant maintenance.
• Maintain inventory of tooling, inserts, abrasives, and consumables.
• Deliver completed parts to production areas.

Mechanic Shop Duties

• Assist mechanics with removal and installation of pumps, valves, motors, gearboxes, bearings, piping, and machinery.
• Gather and return tools, equipment, and materials.
• Clean mechanical components before inspection or repair.
• Remove old gaskets, paint, corrosion, and debris from equipment.
• Assist with lifting, rigging, and positioning equipment under supervision.
• Install temporary coverings and protect equipment from contamination.
• Assist with lubrication and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Support hydrostatic testing and flushing operations.
• Handle waste materials in accordance with environmental requirements.

General Shop Support

• Move materials using pallet jacks, forklifts, or overhead cranes (if qualified).
• Load and unload trucks and delivery vehicles.
• Maintain tool rooms and storage areas.
• Dispose of scrap metal and waste properly.
• Assist with staging work packages and job materials.
• Transport tools and equipment throughout the shipyard.
• Support inventory counts and material organization.
• Set up work areas, barricades, lighting, ventilation, and housekeeping stations.

Safety Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety rules and procedures.
• Properly wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participate in daily safety meetings and toolbox talks.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures as directed.
• Maintain good housekeeping to reduce slip, trip, and fire hazards.
• Operate equipment only when trained and authorized.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and work aboard vessels.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous shipyard, industrial, construction, or manufacturing experience.
• Forklift and overhead crane certification.
• Experience using basic hand and power tools.
• Familiarity with shipyard safety practices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and lifting.
• Ability to work extended shifts, overtime, weekends, and onboard vessels as required.
• Ability to safely perform work in noisy, dusty, and industrial environments.

This role is with a federally contracted employer and is subject to regulations that restrict employment to US Persons only (i.e. US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, legally recognized asylees and refugees, and persons protected under INA). Successful job candidates will be asked to provide documentation of their US Persons status.

Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening.

Vigor Values

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

At Vigor, our unions offer a generous benefits package that may include:

Medical

RX

Dental

401(k)

Life

AD&D

Pension

EAP

PTO

Paid Holidays

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor’s Human Resources Department.

In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.