Production Support Technician
Also posted as Production Support Technician - ECC; Temporary Services Technician; ECC Technician; Manufacturing Support Technician
A production support technician performs temporary power, heat, ventilation and lighting, weld-machine and distribution-panel support, and rapid troubleshooting for production trades to keep shipyard production, fleet sustainment, and lifecycle-support operations safe, reliable, compliant, and ready for operation. Most people start with a high school diploma plus employer or technical training rather than a four-year degree.
Below: what it pays, what you'd do, the skills you need, and how to become one.
The role profile
Everything you need to know about this role, the same details employers use to post openings and colleges use to build training.
How much does it pay?
Explore the core responsibilities of this role, from daily operations and equipment handling to safety, quality, and performance requirements.
Set up temporary services
Install temporary power, heat, ventilation, and lighting so trades can work.
Support welding equipment
Maintain weld machines and distribution panels used across the production floor.
Troubleshoot on demand
Respond fast when trades are blocked and get equipment back in service.
Execute work packages
Work to maintenance plans and work packages so jobs close out clean.
What skills do you need?
Three core skills sit at the heart of this role. You can learn all of them through short, hands-on training.
Temporary Services
Setting up temporary power, heat, light, and ventilation.
Weld Machine Support
Maintaining weld machines and distribution panels in production.
Rapid Troubleshooting
Getting blocked trades working again with fast diagnosis.
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