Assembly Mechanic II - 516

Description

Who We Are

Founded in 1995, Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative and integrated partner with a national footprint in the marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication and marine services. Evolving over decades from a collection of the best-in-class companies with unique and complementary capabilities on the East and West coasts, our spirit of innovation and legacy of performance make Vigor Marine Group a preferred, full-service prime contractor in the defense and maritime sectors. Today we offer advanced services and complete solutions for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Military Sealift Command, state ferry systems, the cruise industry, the commercial fishing industry and more.

With four shipyards for maintenance and modernization and one for fabrication, including the largest floating dry dock in the western hemisphere, our more than 2,000 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 word-class maritime and industrial services they provide to further our defense readiness and national security.

Where we are - Marine Fabrication

Vancouver, Washington is surrounded by forests, rivers, and mountains and is a top destination for outdoor lovers. It has a mild climate with four seasons. Its mild winters and warm summers make it an attractive city in the Pacific Northwest. Vancouver is a more affordable city than its neighbors, Portland and Seattle and has no state income tax. It is a vibrant city full of restaurants, shops and parks, and is known for its walkability, historic charm and family friendly neighborhoods. Vancouver has garnered many awards including Livability's "Top 100 Best Places to Live in the US in 2025 and 2023" and Niche's 2025 rankings include Vancouver on several lists including Best City for Outdoor Activities, a Healthiest Place to Live in America and several others. Healthcare is the city's largest employer, followed by manufacturing and technology.

HOURLY RATE: $35.28

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking qualified assembly mechanics to join our team of highly dedicated staff. Desirable backgrounds include mechanics and millwrights with experience in marine repair, maintenance, or new construction applications or in manufacturing, maintenance, or repair industries such as industrial machinery, automotive, aerospace, farm equipment, or other industries requiring high degrees of mechanical aptitude and competence in integrated systems assembly. We offer competitive wages and excellent benefits.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITES:

Duties include installation of integrated system components including engines, drives, HVAC systems, fuel systems, hydraulic systems, fire suppression, and others.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must have own set of tools

• Hydraulics and piping experience is a plus

• Familiarity with machining is a plus

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings

• Capable of carefully following engineering drawings and procedures to perform equipment installations

• Possess a strong mechanical aptitude

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 2/3 years' experience

• High school diploma or GED required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift, carry 60 lbs., or maneuver objects, difficult objects will be lifted with the assistance of mechanical means or additional manpower.

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, twist, pull, push, grip, and climb.

• Capable of working from ladders and scaffolding.

CITIZENSHIP: Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.

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 truthResponsibility: We act on what we know is rightEvolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing worldLove: 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.