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Hours Full-time
Location Portsmouth, VA
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Venture Dynamics is looking for Diesel Mechanics.

This position offers motivated workers the opportunity to work in a fast paced Shipyard environment. Pay will be up to $32.00 per hour.

JOB DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS:

  • Maintains diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance.
  • Correcting vehicle deficiencies
  • Making adjustments and alignments
  • Keeping records
  • Identifying worn and damaged parts
  • Having parts stocked when needed
  • Repair work includes the repairing, overhauling or rebuilding systems of the following:  diesel and gasoline engines, other types of internal combustion engines, automatic and non-automatic transmissions, heavy duty line systems, hydraulic utility systems and controls
  • Overhaul and repair combustions powered heavy duty vehicles and heavy mobile equipment such as cranes and forklifts
  • Trace and locate defects and causes of mechanical problems using a wide range of diagnostic and test equipment
  • Determine the type and extent of necessary repairs
  • Install, repair, maintain, test, and adjust fixed and semi-fixed industrial equipment and machinery such as cranes, pumps, engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machinery

Additional:

  • Must have at least 5 years’ experience in diesel engine repair and or outside machinist
  • Knowledge of WAF’s a plus
  • Must be able to complete work with little guidance from Supervisor.
  • Basic knowledge of Standard Items a plus
  • Must have basic knowledge of shop equipment
  • Works well with others

Requirements

Must have a minimum of 5 years shipyard experience

Must have own trade tools.

Must be a US Citizen

Must be able to pass a drug screening.

Must have reliable transportation.

Need to pass a background check and drug screen.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and develop skills in various technical areas. If you possess the required skills and are looking to grow your career we encourage you to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Referral program

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Supplemental Pay:

  • Overtime pay

Experience:

  • Diesel Mechanic: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Norfolk, VA (Required)

Work Location: In person


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Posting ID: 1253648775 Posted: 2026-04-23 Job Title: Diesel Mechanic Shipyard