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Skilled Mechanic Job Description We are seeking Mechanical Ship Repair Technicians to support our ship repair projects. This hands-on position involves working aboard active vessels, where you'll utilize your strong mechanical skills to perform disassembly, cleaning, inspection preparation, and reassembly of shipboard mechanical systems. Responsibilities Perform mechanical maintenance and repair aboard ships. Disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble low-temperature fresh water coolers. Remove plates and gaskets, clean components, and reinstall and seal systems. Replace nozzles on high-pressure air flasks. Perform blue lining and boiler-related work, including opening boilers, cleaning internal components, and preparing equipment for inspection. Use hand tools and power tools daily. Follow all shipyard safety requirements and inspection standards. Collaborate with supervisors, inspectors, and shipyard personnel to ensure quality work. Essential Skills Mechanical experience in ship repair, industrial maintenance, or heavy equipment. Ability to work aboard ships and in industrial environments. Comfortable using hand tools and performing physical work. Additional Skills & Qualifications Previous experience working in ship repair preferred, but not required. Why Work Here? This role offers a great opportunity to gain experience with a large ship repair company in the Charleston market. You will have the chance to advance directly after completing projects, making it a valuable stepping stone in your career. Work Environment The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 5:45 AM to 2:15 PM with overtime available!! Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Charleston, SC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in North Charleston,SC.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026. About Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.