Manufacturing Technician - Tool Room (Kittery, Maine)

Overview

Maintenance and Modernization has an opening for a highly motivated individual to support the Alteration Industrial Team (AIT).

We’re seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Tool Room Attendant to support daily operations by maintaining, issuing, and tracking tools, equipment, and supplies. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and committed to workplace safety and efficiency.

This role also functions as a Manufacturing Technician—a multi-disciplined position requiring skills in one or more trades including welding, electrical work, pipefitting, shipfitting, machining (inside/outside), or sheet metal work. Preference will be given to individuals who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and can effectively engage with a wide range of personalities while providing Tool Room services

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the checkout and return process for tools, equipment, and materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure stock levels meet operational needs.
• Inspect tools and equipment for damage and coordinate repairs or replacements.
• Keep the tool room organized, safe, and compliant with all standards.
• Assist employees with locating tools and offer guidance on proper use when appropriate.
• Conduct routine audits to verify inventory accuracy and equipment condition.
• Support site management with reporting, data entry, and general logistical tasks.

When on-site workload is low, perform additional duties as assigned or travel to other sites to support ongoing availabilities.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of shipyard, Navy, trade experience, or inventory experience.
• Ability to work all shifts
• Willingness to travel to off-site facilities for assignments lasting up to 11 months.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance.

Preferred:

• 4+ years of shipyard or Navy experience involving repair, installation, and/or testing of ship systems and components.
• Knowledge of shipbuilding processes and procedures.
• Previous shipyard trade skills.
• Experience with marine systems, blueprint reading, and military procedures/specifications.
• Prior service as a missile technician, sonar technician, electrician, electronics technician, shipyard test organization technician, or similar background with HM&E equipment operation and maintenance.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical/electronic equipment.

Skills

• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to interpret NAVSEA/SP drawings, ship system manuals, technical documents, and other related materials.
• Proficiency with multiple types of power tools, hand tools, and shipboard technical manuals.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and maintain accuracy within tight tolerances.
• Promotes and maintains a positive team environment.
• Highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates initiative, innovation, and continuous improvement mindset.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with the AIT team.
• Shows strong ownership, responsibility, and accountability for supporting safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Works collaboratively with on-site supervision to achieve department goals.

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Color Vision, Kneeling, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet