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Valve Mechanic

Norfolk, VA 23523

Posted: 10/21/2025 Industry: Ship Yard / Repair Job Number: 49170422 Pay Rate: $35 / hour

Job Description

CTR Group is seeking a Pump and Valve Mechanic (1st to 4th class) local to the Norfolk, VA area. Immediate openings and urgently hiring! 

What We Offer:

  • Weekly Pay – you receive a paycheck every week 
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package 
  • Safety First! 

 

Pay: $25 to $35 depending on experience

 

RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIREMENTS:

  • All journeyperson should have an assortment of combination wrenches, socket sets, adjustable wrenches, socket sets, adjustable wrenches, hammers-ball pean and flat head, screw drivers, vice grips, 6’ scale, slip joint pliers, wire pliers, allen wrenches.
  • The Inside Machinist Pumps J4 is responsible for accomplishing work in accordance with work specifications, safety, with the highest quality, in a professional manner.  
  • Regular, reliable attendance on-site is an essential function of the job.
  • Typically has a High School diploma or equivalent plus 5 (five) years minimum directly related experience in a Shipyard Environment. 
  • Must meet all Journeyman Pump Machinist 3 requirements.
  • Must be able to work on any equipment shown below with no supervision: Close coupled pumps, Reciprocating pumps, Valve pumps, Rotary pumps, Gear pumps, Circulating pumps and Vacuum pumps with supervision.
  • Must be able to oversee a small group of people and lead the job from start to finish via work specification and EPCP/PCP/CWP.
  • Must have the ability to plan, organize and prioritize well and handle problems and concerns.
  • Proficient with the requirements of the process and the equipment used.
  • Proficient with the requirements of the applicable OSHA and NAVSEA Standard Items.
  • Must know how to set up a job and correspond with other shops.
  • Must be able to understand and submit CFR’s with dimensional information.
  • Be able to track orders for parts and identify parts.
  • Read and use tech manual and blueprints. 
  • Must be able to furnish sizes and clearances and recommendation for repairs to the supervisor.
  • Set up and operations of conventional and special-purpose machines to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts, and fits and assembles machined parts into complete pumps with little supervision.
  • Inspections and work may require working at heights, working on scaffolding, and observing co-workers using tools and equipment.
  • Lifting/carrying tools and parts weighing up to 50 lbs. on frequent basis. 
  • Selecting appropriate tools for jobs, as per trade classification. 
  • Works in tight, confined workspaces on board ship and is exposed to varied temperatures, wind, wet and humid conditions, fumes, odors and dust, vibrations from ship and hand tools.
  • Assists in machining and assembly of components in accordance with drawings, specifications and meet Navy standard requirements, with little supervision
  • Ensure that WAF ticket is on the job site and that it is for the specific job being accomplished.  
  • Must ensure that no work will be accomplished without a WAF posted at location of repairs.
  • Ensure that any other safety issues are complied with that relate to the specific job being accomplished (ex., special staging, face shields for grinding, protective clothing for hot work related jobs, breathing apparatus with correct cartridges, etc.)
  • Ensure training for/qualified for the work assigned to do (ex., JLG, forklift, welding, brazing, special electrical/mechanical repairs, etc.)
  • Ensure that job site is left in a safe and clean condition prior to departure
Journeyperson 1:
  • Should be able to work on any equipment shown below with close supervision.
  • Experience in the overhaul and testing of all the following:
  • Close coupled pumps
  • Reciprocating pumps
  • Valve pumps
  • Rotary pumps
  • Gear pumps
  • Circulating pumps
  • Vacuum pumps
Journeyperson 2:
  • Should be able to work on any equipment shown below with supervision.  
  • Should have acquired pump specific tools.  
  • Read dial indicator and other precision measurement tools.
Journeyperson 3:
  • Should be able to work on any equipment shown below with very little supervision.  
  • Should have vast selection of pump specific tools to include calipers, indicators and micrometers.
  • They should be able to identify parts, read and use tech manual and blueprints.
Journeyperson 4:
  • Should be able to work on any equipment shown below.  
  • Able to understand and submit CFR’s with dimensional information.  
  • Be able to track orders for parts and identify parts. 
  • Read and use tech manual and blueprints. 
  • They should be able to furnish sizes and clearances and recommendation for repairs to the supervisor.

About CTR Group: 

CTR Group operates in the staffing and recruitment industry, Nationwide for over 35 years. We provide full-service staffing support for various sectors including Marine Trades, Heavy Industrial, Light Industrial, Commercial, Technical, Professional, Aerospace and Aviation, and Energy. We offer a range of placement options such as Direct Hire, Contract Labor, Temporary & Temp to Hire. CTR Group takes pride in its high ratings across various platforms, reflecting our commitment to excellence and our dedication to providing quality staffing and employment services.

CTR Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are selected based on qualifications and defined requirements of the job, not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other protected status. Further, CTR Group encourages United States' Veterans and persons with disabilities to apply for positions for which they are qualified.

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We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. In accordance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the following rights:

  1. Right to Know: You can request details about the personal information we collect, use, and share.
  2. Right to Delete: You may ask us to delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
  3. Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of the sharing of your personal information. Personal information is only shared to prospective employers with your permission. We never sell personal information. 
  4. Right to Non-Discrimination: Exercising your CCPA rights will not result in any discrimination.

For more information or to exercise your rights, please contact us at 757-873-5900.

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