Shipyard Outside Machinist, Machinery Installation & Fabrication

Ready to take on complex propulsion alignments and precision fabrication in a fast-growing Pacific Northwest ship repair yard? At Everett Ship Repair in Everett, WA, we’re scaling our commercial workboat and passenger vessel capabilities, sharpening methods, and elevating reliability—shoulder to shoulder with industry veterans and highly skilled tradespeople.

Role highlights

• Install and align main engines, gear boxes, pumps, shafts, jet drives, propellers, rudders, and Z-drives.
• Fabricate steel and aluminum machinery foundations from blueprints; perform layout, MIG/arc welding, and tacking.
• Conduct alignments and lock-down during sea trials.
• Lay out, cut, form, machine, and prep parts for final assembly.
• Operate lathes, mills, grinders, and drills; employ calipers, torque wrenches, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Verify tolerances meet owner specs and regulatory requirements.
• Use both imperial and metric systems; convert SAE/metric and fractions/decimals.
• Work with shears, brakes, rolls, presses, and band saws.
• Handle oxygen–propane torches and plasma cutters.
• Keep workspaces orderly; follow all safety policies and regulations.
• Thrive independently or as part of a team; apply adaptability and problem-solving every day.
• Communicate clearly in writing and speech.
• Backfill Inside Machinists as needed for custom component builds and assemblies using conventional lathes, mills, and grinders per blueprint specifications.
• Champion safe work practices and strong housekeeping; embody the NBB safety culture.
• Share knowledge, mentor apprentices, and collaborate constructively with crew and supervision.
• Jump in on additional tasks as they arise in a dynamic yard.

Must-haves

• 5+ years as a Machinery Assembler or Journeyman Machinist.
• High school diploma/GED or vocational education.
• Shipyard safety and vessel terminology familiarity.
• Blueprint and specification reading/interpretation skills.
• Strong basic math and conversions (SAE↔metric, fractions↔decimals).
• Hand/power tool proficiency; lathe and milling machine experience.
• Comfort around heavy machinery; willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs and work at heights up to 60 ft.
• Capable of entering confined spaces with a respirator and working in tight, awkward positions.

Nice-to-haves

• Shipyard or marine construction background (repair or new build).
• Laser alignment experience (Rotoline, Pinpoint).
• Shipyard Competent Person certification.
• Multi-material experience (steel and aluminum).
• Working knowledge of NAVSEA standard items.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Forklift and manlift certifications/experience.
• Interest in stepping into future crew leadership roles.

About Everett Ship Repair

Founded in 2019, Everett Ship Repair is the Pacific Northwest’s premier ship repair facility, delivering repair, maintenance, and conversion services for commercial vessels. With significant dry-docking capacity and a growth mindset, we improve processes continuously and provide a progressive environment for skilled tradespeople to excel.

Benefits and growth

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Group life plus optional supplemental life and disability
• Paid time off and 9 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Culture of learning and State-Certified Apprenticeship Programs

Technical proficiencies

• Troubleshooting Skills
• Machine Building/Assembling
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance
• Mechanical Testing
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• Equipment Installation & Wiring
• Equipment Installation
• Manual Machining Skills
• Blueprint Reading
• bearing installation
• bearing removal
• maritime
• navsea
• rotating equipment maintenance
• shaft alignment
• shipyard
• valve overhaul
• propulsion systems

Compliance

Equal Employment Opportunity: Everett Ship Repair is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, political affiliation, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability.

Everett Ship Repair is a drug free workplace, and all applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.