Industrial shipbuilding, repair and complex fabrication for marine, infrastructure, energy and defense projects.
Perform mechanical maintenance and repairs on ships and shipyard equipment.
1 months ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Portland, OR
Onsite
Company Size
1,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Marine Services
Shipbuilding
Engineering
Design
Repair Services
Project Management
Consulting
Fabrication
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Defense
Energy
Infrastructure
Maritime
Shipbuilding
Ship Repair
Industrial Services
Role
Description
beam positioning
equipment assembly
tool operation
machine alignment
hole drilling
shrink-fit
Position steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment, using blueprints and schematic drawings, to determine work procedures.
Assemble, and install equipment, using hand tools/power tools.
Operation of equipment/tools/vehicles: Uses hand and power tools, wrenches, hoists, machine tooling equipment such as boring, grinding, tapping, lathe, and drilling equipment. Uses micrometers/dial indicators and other measuring instruments. Chain falls, knee mills, radial arm drill press, upright drill press, overhead cranes (pendant controlled), portable machining equipment, come-a-longs, port-a-power, cut off saws.
Assemble machines, and mount them to a foundation or other structures, using hand tools and power tools.
Align pump and motors efficiently using the dial indicator method.
Complies with craft and shipyard safety and environmental measures
Lay out mounting holes accurately, and drill holes to the proper size.
Shrink-fit bushings, sleeves, rings, liners, gears, and wheels to specified items, using thermal expansion or liquid nitrogen technique.
Replaces defective parts on equipment, adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts.
Move machinery and equipment, using chain hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
Align machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and plumb bobs.
Use hand tools (i.e., files and types of files, hacksaws, wrenches, porta-powers, taps and dies).
Requirements
drill press
hydraulic equipment
blueprints
rigging
high school
work experience
Demonstrate proficiency on a drill press and other basic shop equipment
Blowers, winches, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
Communicates effectively, works independently or in a group.
Have the ability to work in confined spaces.
Pushing/Pulling: (Average) applies 25 pounds of force frequently,
1 year of relevant work experience preferred.
Proven skills: Work history and/or applicable education will be considered in lieu of work experience.
Rulers and tape measures.
Firm joint and spring joint calipers inside and outside.
Propulsion basics including variable pitch props.
Understand and demonstrate the use of all standard shop measuring tools:
Vision: Continually, Near Acuity (clarity of vision at 20 inches or less), Far Acuity (clarity of vision at 20 feet or more), Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision to judge distance/ spatial relationships), Field of Vision (if required to observe a large field of vision while keeping eye fixed on a given point for job performance or safety). Must have normal field of vision in order to safely navigate around machine shop area and on-board ship.
Underwater hull machinery, including bearings.
Ability to do basic math, i.e. add, subtract, divide and multiply.
Handling/Grasping: Frequently
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English
Safety equipment required: Hard hat, eye and ear protection, respirator, no loose clothing, must wear leather shoes/work boots.
Shipboard systems including condensers, heat exchangers, fuel, lube oil, and cooling.
Reads and understands blueprints and assembly drawings.
Smell: Helpful in detecting fire.
Knowledge of rigging and overhead crane operation, lifting device use and inspection and load calculations.
Working knowledge of shipboard machinery (i.e. valves and actuators, variety of pumps, gears and gear boxes, winches, heat exchangers, bearings and shafting, rudder systems, field machining) pertaining to machine shop repairs.
Micrometers inside, outside, and depth.
Takes direction and requires limited guidance to conduct assignment.
Vernier scales and/or dial calipers.
Lifting/Carrying: (Average) Carries weights of up to 35 pounds (including small toolbox, individual tools, machine parts)
Knowledge of overboard and suction ship valves. (Disassembly, clean, lap and blue)
Works outdoors: Frequently walks to and from project sites.
High school diploma, GED, or greater.
Ability to do percentages, metric and decimal conversions, multiply fractions and decimals as required for use in measurements,
pi tapes.
Protractors, Vernier, linear.
Leg/Foot Use (To repetitively operate machine controls): Occasionally
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
only us persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, refugees) may be hired; no visa sponsorship offered.
Security clearance
must pass a drug and alcohol test and a background check as pre‑employment screening.
Company
Overview
Delivers high-stakes projects: from ferries, tugs and landing craft to nuclear containment vessels and aerospace structures.
Excels in industrial infrastructure: fabricating bridge girders, dam gates, power boilers and space-launch towers.
Blends maritime heritage and industrial engineering in hybrid projects spanning ship repair to nuclear-energy infrastructure.
Culture + Values
A commitment to a safe and healthy work environment.
Driving continuous improvement and innovative solutions.
Delivering the highest standards in everything we do.
Working together to achieve shared success.
Acting with honesty and transparency.
Taking ownership of results and actions.
Environment + Sustainability
Committed to sustainability in operations and services.
Focus on reducing environmental impact in shipbuilding and marine services.
Promoting energy efficiency and reducing waste in all areas of operation.
Development of clean energy technologies for the maritime industry.
Inclusion & Diversity
Vigor strives to maintain an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workforce.
Emphasis on attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent.
Gender parity in leadership roles across the company.
Active programs to promote an inclusive and supportive work environment.
The company was established in 1995 from a rescued ship repair yard, marking the beginning of its maritime and industrial engineering journey.
7 Facilities
Major operational sites
The company operates seven major facilities across the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, showcasing its extensive infrastructure capabilities.
2019 Ownership
New ownership milestone
Acquired by The Carlyle Group and Stellex Capital in 2019, marking a new era of growth and scaling across sectors.
2040 Target
Net Zero Emissions
The company has set a goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040, demonstrating a commitment to reducing environmental impact in its operations and services.
2017 Contract
Landmark US Army project
Secured a significant US Army landing craft contract in 2017, highlighting its expertise in defense and government vessel programs.