Employment

Job Openings Aboard USS Lexington

Candidates can apply in person at 2914 N. Shoreline Blvd Monday-Friday 9:00-3:00 or submit their resume to Human Resources at [email protected]

Any position labeled “FT” is a full-time position and positions labeled “PT” are part-time positions.

Electrician Apprentice

Supervisor:
Director of Operations & Exhibits and Chief of Maintenance

Scope:
Ensure that all of the electrical requirements of the USS Lexington are met, comply with established safe procedures and are following the National and local Electrical Codes.

Responsibilities:

• • Install, repair and maintain electrical equipment.
  • Follow standard safe practices for the operation of electrical equipment
  • Follow standard safe practices for the repair and installation of electrical equipment.
  • Follow Electrical Safety Program to include procedures for inspection of portable appliances and for the tagging of circuits which present a potential personnel or equipment hazard.
  • Participate in written and oral Electrical Safety lectures by supervisors.
  • Follow the comprehensive maintenance program to provide for the care of all electrical equipment, thereby reducing the risk of equipment failure and personnel hazards.
  • Serve as a member of the Emergency Response Team as a Damage Control and Rescue Assistant. Must maintain a valid CPR certification.
  • Must be competent to direct visitors.
  • Must be capable of understanding and implementing the Lexington’s Safety Program.
  • Must be capable of understanding and implementing the Lexington’s Heavy Weather Plan.
  • Perform any other job duties as delegated by Chief Electrician or Chief of Maintenance.

License/Certification Requirements:

Valid Texas driver’s license and an insurable driving record.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is continuously required to sit; use continuous hand, arm and finger manipulation while performing the daily Assistant Plumbing job function; continuously walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and standing/walking on steel railways requiring balance. Environment requires climbing steep stairwells, so comfortable clothing and shoes with non-skid soles are recommended. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25-50 pounds. The vision requirements include clear concise, close/distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and vibration. The noise level in the environment is moderate, and may be exposed to chemical agents, plumbing supplies and fumes.

Hull Technician

Supervisor:
Hull Technician Supervisor

Scope:
To complete assignments relevant to painting tasks, hull preservation, proper deck maintenance, and overall deck shipboard responsibilities. Maintains and preserves USS Lexington.  To demonstrate the ability to perform boatswains’ work, seamanship ethics and principles.

Responsibilities:

• • Initial responsibility of ensuring the spaces and structures are properly preserved, painted, and cleaned.
  • Evaluation of spaces with overall concern regarding materials and time of completion.
  • Coordinate schedule with that of other departments such as Engineering, Plumbing, Electrical, and Curatorial so that smooth transitions are acquired when the Hull Tech department is finished and the next department begins its work.
  • Painting and highlighting of inadequate ship structures that pose safety problems along new tour routes and where the constant flow of personnel traffic occurs.
  • Responsible for corrosion control. This includes sanding, sandblasting, priming, and painting. 
  • Maintenance of deck/paint and preservation including the following:
    1. Safety/Training/Qualifications Standards
    2. Time management
    3. Procurement of materials paint formula and paint mixtures
    4. Maintenance of daily projects
    5. Collateral assignments
  • Operate heavy equipment: Forklift, cranes, elevator, scissor lift, JLG, etc.
  • Works as a team member with other departments and volunteers to ensure assigned projects are completed timely.
  • Must be competent to direct visitors.
  • Must Be capable of understanding and implementing the Lexington’s Safety Program.
  • Must be capable of understanding and implementing the Lexington’s Heavy Weather Plan.
  • Perform any other job duties as delegated by Hull Technician Supervisor or Director of Operations.

Knowledge Required:

Should be knowledgeable in all aspects of restoration, each area requires interior and exterior expertise in the manner of preparation of metal condition, usage of various chemical agents, and paint variations. Should be fully aware of Federal, State, and Maritime guidelines in the proper application of preservations and paints.

License/Certification Requirements:

Valid Texas driver’s license and an insurable driving record.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is continuously required to stand; use continuous hand, arm, and finger manipulation while performing the daily sandblasting, sanding, priming, and painting job function; continuously walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and standing/walking on steel railways requiring balance. The environment requires climbing steep stairwells, so comfortable clothing and shoes with non-skid soles are recommended. The employee is occasionally required to lift 25 – 50 pounds. The vision requirements include clear concise, close/distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and vibration. The noise level in the environment is moderate.  Exposure to chemical agents, painting supplies, and fumes, prepares surfaces with proper tools that may release paint particles, moving sand from sand basting and dust from power sanding.  By signing the Hull Technician job description, you acknowledge the expectation of the Hull Technician.

Qualifications:

A minimum of 1 year experience with the following:

• Proficiency in using various tools and equipment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and various weather conditions.
• High school diploma or equivalent. Vocational training in a relevant field may be advantageous.
• Strong physical condition and stamina.

General Laborer

Supervisor:

Director of Operations & Chief of Maintenance

Scope:

To do manual laborer on temporary duration as assigned within the Museum

Responsibilities:

• • Has the initial responsibility of ensuring the spaces and structures are properly preserved, painted and cleaned.
  • Evaluation of spaces with overall concern regarding materials and time of completion.
  • Responsible for cleaning and painting tanks within the Museum. Must perform manual cleaning and labor work as needed.
  • Follow a weekly schedule for normal work operations. Typically work Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
  • Attend safety meetings of equipment and chemical use as scheduled.
  • Set up caution signs for visitors when needed.
  • Painting and highlighting of inadequate ship structures that pose safety problems along new tour routes and where the constant flow of personnel traffic occurs.
  • Maintenance of deck/paint
  • Must be capable of understanding and implementing the Lexington’s Safety Program.
  • Must be capable of understanding and implementing the Lexington’s Heavy Weather Plan.
  • Perform any other job duties as delegated by Director of Operations.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is continuously required to sit; use continuous hand, arm and finger manipulation while performing the daily job function; continuously walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and standing/walking on steel railways requiring balance. Environment requires climbing steep stairwells, so comfortable clothing and shoes with non-skid soles are recommended.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and vibration. The noise level in the environment is moderate, and may be exposed to chemical agents, plumbing supplies and fumes.

Qualifications:

Must have a minimum of 1 year of experience with general labor, working with tools & equipment as listed in job description. Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job including working in inclement weather, confined spaces, and climbing.