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Tapping Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Perform bench operations such as filing, chipping, deburring, drilling, tapping, and reaming. * Bend pipes, attach fittings, and/or flexible hoses. * Lubricate moving parts and fill assemblies with ...

Bartender

Henrico, VA · On-site

$12/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Connect Guests to the brewhouse escape they come to us for, by tapping your expertise of BJ's beverage and food pairings, making recommendations that exhilarates the taste buds. * Crafting fun ...

Take Out

Fredericksburg, VA · On-site

$12.77 - $16/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Tapping your knowledge of our diverse menu to suggest crave-worthy food and beverage pairings. * Setting up, breaking down, and maintaining take out and curbside areas. * Correctly packaging all take ...

Bartender

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$2.13/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Connect Guests to the brewhouse escape they come to us for, by tapping your expertise of BJ's beverage and food pairings, making recommendations that exhilarates the taste buds. * Crafting fun ...

Fabricator - 1st shift

Bristol, VA · On-site

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

Able to use hand tools and manual tools and perform bench work such as deburring, sanding, tapping, etc. as required. * Identification and selection of appropriate material to be cut to size and ...

Take Out

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$15/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Tapping your knowledge of our diverse menu to suggest crave-worthy food and beverage pairings. * Setting up, breaking down, and maintaining take out and curbside areas. * Correctly packaging all take ...

Fabricator - 1st shift

Bristol, VA · On-site

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

Able to use hand tools and manual tools and perform bench work such as deburring, sanding, tapping, etc. as required. * Identification and selection of appropriate material to be cut to size and ...

Take Out

Vienna, VA · On-site

$17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Tapping your knowledge of our diverse menu to suggest crave-worthy food and beverage pairings. * Setting up, breaking down, and maintaining take out and curbside areas. * Correctly packaging all take ...

Bartender

Gainesville, VA · On-site

$12/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Connect Guests to the brewhouse escape they come to us for, by tapping your expertise of BJ's beverage and food pairings, making recommendations that exhilarates the taste buds. * Crafting fun ...

Bartender

Newport News, VA · On-site

$12/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Connect Guests to the brewhouse escape they come to us for, by tapping your expertise of BJ's beverage and food pairings, making recommendations that exhilarates the taste buds. * Crafting fun ...

Take Out

Gainesville, VA · On-site

$12.77 - $16/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Tapping your knowledge of our diverse menu to suggest crave-worthy food and beverage pairings. * Setting up, breaking down, and maintaining take out and curbside areas. * Correctly packaging all take ...

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Tapping information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for tapping?

To excel as a Tapping Operator, you typically need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience with metalworking or industrial machinery. Familiarity with tapping machines, hand tools, blueprint reading, and often a vocational or technical certification are advantageous. Good problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a focus on workplace safety help individuals stand out. These capabilities are vital for maintaining high quality, efficient production, and a safe working environment.

What does a tapping operator do?

As a Tapping Operator, your daily responsibilities usually include setting up and operating tapping machines, monitoring the production process, adjusting machine settings, inspecting finished parts for quality, and performing basic equipment maintenance. You will often work closely with other machine operators, quality assurance personnel, and supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and meet production targets. Attention to detail and the ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues are key parts of the role. This hands-on work environment requires both technical know-how and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

What is tapping?

A Tapping job typically involves operating machinery to drill or cut threads into metal, plastic, or other materials. Workers in this role may use manual or automated tapping machines to ensure precise threading for fasteners, bolts, or assembly components. They must follow technical specifications, inspect finished products for quality, and maintain equipment for optimal performance. Attention to detail and knowledge of machining processes are essential for efficiency and accuracy.

Infographic showing various Tapping job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Mechanical Service Technician

American GFM Corp

Chesapeake, VA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

American GFM Corporation is a leading innovator in the design and manufacture of high-precision tooling and machinery for the metalworking and composites industries. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and precision, American GFM offers employees the opportunity to work with advanced technology in a collaborative environment alongside experienced professionals. As a Mechanical Service Technician, you will play a key role in assembling, installing, and servicing complex machinery for customers across North America. This hands-on position is ideal for individuals who enjoy problem-solving, working with sophisticated mechanical systems, and making a direct impact on customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Responsibilities
  • Assemble machines according to assembly prints and engineering specifications.
  • Fit and adapt mechanical components, including drilling, tapping, installing bearings, and fitting covers.
  • Install hydraulic and pneumatic valves, fittings, pipes, and hoses as required.
  • Prepare machines for integration of auxiliary devices such as safety equipment, automation systems, and induction heaters, following customer design requirements.
  • Power up, debug, and verify machine functionality to ensure compliance with design specifications.
  • Install and start up machines at customer facilities, integrate with automation systems, and provide training to maintenance technicians on proper operation, setup, and repair.
  • Deliver follow-up service to ensure machinery operates according to design and meets customer expectations.
Qualifications
  • Experience using basic hand and power tools (e.g., drills, taps, grinders, saws).
  • Proficiency with measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.
  • Experience with lifting and rigging equipment for moving machines and components.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical assembly prints, detail prints, and hydraulic/pneumatic schematics.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Mechanical background or prior service experience in the machine tool industry preferred.
Benefits
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (Dental and Vision premiums paid by American GFM)
  • Life Insurance (coverage equal to one times your salary, paid by American GFM)
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance (paid by American GFM)
  • 401(k) plan with company match up to 4%
  • Paid personal time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Monday–Friday schedule with overtime as required
  • Flexible schedule