Title:
DG BOSS: Hydroblasting Technician (FN)
- Responsible for the safe and proper operation, preventive and corrective maintenance of the Ultra High- Pressure Hydro blasting equipment used in preservation, maintenance and repair services requirement of Military Sealift Command (MSC) vessels and prepositioned ships in Diego Garcia, that are either leased to the US Government or owned by the United States Government. Work includes but are not limited to:
- a) Operation of the hydro blasting equipment and performance of assigned scheduled (PMS) maintenance requirements in accordance with manufacturer's O&M manual and applicable procedures.
- b) Overhaul or repairs, diagnosing and operational test of the equipment after repairs or overhaul, to demonstrate satisfactory performance of unit.
- c) Mandatory usage of various precision measuring tools such as Vernier calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, depth gauges, torque wrenches; and various portable power tools such as drills, grinders, sanders, and impact wrenches in the performance of work. Logging and documentation of critical mechanical parts or equipment inspections/diagnosing/repair/overhaul, parts measuring and tests.
- d) Identifies material or equipment parts requirement to accomplish maintenance/repair tasks. Provides input to MSC Support Superintendent, for the procurement of required materials.
- e) Maintains awareness to job safety requirements at all times and keeps all work areas clean & in good housekeeping. Works in the environment of shipboard hazards and operating machineries.
- Part of Riding Gang onboard ships while deployed away from Diego Garcia on an as needed basis to continue maintenance requirements began while anchored in the lagoon.
- Personnel is required to work for an additional two (2) hours every regular working days, as an expected requirement delineated under Spec Item 3.4.2 of Annex-06 Contract.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
- Thorough knowledge in maintenance, operation and repair/overhaul of diesel engines, and has working knowledge in removal/installation/alignment of machinery and industrial equipment.
- Working knowledge in operation and maintenance of high-pressure hydro blasting equipment.
- Familiar with shipboard mechanical system.
- Must speak, read, and understand English language, both orally and in writing.
- Must pass overseas medical screening and be in good health.
Preferred Qualifications
JOB SPECIFICATIONS: SPECIAL CERTIFICATION OR TRAINING
- Certified PQS 301 (Maintenance Personnel), Personnel Qualification Standard for Ship Maintenance and Material Management (3M) System.
EDUCATION:
- High School graduate and vocational course gasoline or diesel engines mechanic.
- Degree in engineering or formal schooling/apprenticeship course in inside machinist/mechanic is preferred but not necessary.
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of three (3) year experience as Marine Mechanic in Naval Ship Repair Facility or commercial shipyard and at least one (1) year experience in the operation and maintenance of high-pressure hydro blasting equipment.