Sheet Metal Mechanic

Delphinus, founded in 1994, has grown from a small diversified professional services company into a robust organization employing more than 650 professional and technical personnel. The company serves a broad customer base within the Defense and Federal markets, emphasizing quality and expertise across all its operations. Headquartered in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, Delphinus maintains primary offices in Norfolk, Virginia; San Diego, California; and Bremerton, Washington, positioning itself strategically to meet the demands of its clientele throughout various key regions. This expansion reflects Delphinus's commitment to delivering specialized services that support the complex needs of defense and federal projects, ensuring that its workforce is equipped with the latest tools, training, and technologies. Delphinus fosters a culture of professional growth, innovation, and teamwork, dedicated to maintaining its reputation as a trusted partner to government agencies and contractors. The company offers comprehensive benefits designed to support the health, financial security, and work-life balance of its employees, including health, dental, and vision programs, company-paid disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program. The position available is for a Sheet Metal Mechanic, based in Norfolk, VA. This role is critical to the fabrication and installation of sheet metal parts used in shipboard structures. The Sheet Metal Mechanic is responsible for laying out, fabricating, and installing sheet metal elements such as bulkheads, lockers, outfitting, furnishings, and various brackets, utilizing materials with thicknesses up to 1/8 inch. This role requires precision and technical skill in the prefabrication, fitting, and installation of these components, preparing templates for nonstandard parts, and working with a variety of mechanical fastening methods including welding and riveting. Job duties include fabricating templates, assisting with measurements and layouts, grinding and cleaning surfaces, rivet fastening, maintaining cleanliness of the worksite, delivering materials, acting as Fire Watch as required, and participating in special projects. The position may also require travel to different locations, reflecting the dynamic nature of the work and the geographical spread of projects managed by Delphinus. Candidates must have a solid understanding of safety protocols and the ability to read and interpret blueprints, safety rules, and maintenance instructions. They should be able to apply common sense and problem-solving skills in standardized situations and possess basic computer skills for data entry. The role typically requires between 1 to 5 years of related experience, with a high school diploma or GED complemented by technical or vocational training being essential educational credentials. Physical demands of the role include standing, walking, climbing, lifting objects up to 50 pounds, and working in varied shipboard environments that may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, confined spaces, fumes, and airborne particles. The noise level is generally moderate. Delphinus is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to inclusion and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This role is classified as non-exempt and applicants are encouraged to apply under the requisition number SKI-25-00045. Delphinus's rich history, comprehensive benefits, and dedication to service excellence offer a rewarding career path for skilled professionals in the sheet metal fabrication field.