BLASTER EXPERIENCED

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AAMP/NACE Certifications

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Newport News Shipbuilding division, seeks a Blaster with 2+ years of blast experience to prepare steel surfaces for coating. Training on company blast equipment will be provided, with work in tanks, voids, and at heights.

This full-time role requires US citizenship, ability to pass a background check and drug screen, and the stamina to lift 40 pounds and work outdoors year-round. Overtime and any shift are expected.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of blast process experience on steel structures.
• Able to pass background investigation and drug screen.
• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds and work outdoors year-round.
• Willing to work at extreme heights and in confined spaces.
• Willing to work overtime and any shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate blast equipment to create a profile on steel surfaces for coating adherence.
• Perform blasting in tanks, voids, and at heights using company equipment.
• Learn and follow safety procedures and operate equipment safely.
• Newport News Shipbuilding offers competitive pay and benefits.

Skills

Blaster experience

Blast safety

Physical stamina

Tools

Blast equipment

Job description

US Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes

Full-Time
Shift: Multiple
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements: No

Clearance Required:No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range:$74,297.60 to$85,196.80

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

The Role

The candidate should have 2+ years of blaster experience of the blast process of surface preparation by operating blast equipment used to create a profile on a steel structure which will allow the coating treatment to adhere properly to the metal surfaces. The candidate will be trained in the use, care and safe operation of blast equipment furnished by the company. Candidates should be able to learn and perform safely, blast operations in tanks and voids as well as working heights such as staging, scaffolding and lifting equipment (JLG and scissors lift equipment).

Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking qualified blasters, with 2+ years of hands onBlastingwork experience.

Newport News Shipbuilding offers competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, paid holidays, medical benefits including an on-site health center, 401K company match, employee discounts, and more.

Must Have

Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen

Must be able to pass physical agility test

Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis

Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds

Must be able to perform overhead work

Must be able to work at extreme heights

Must be able to perform work outdoors, year- round, in all weather conditions

Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces

Must be able to take measurements or be willing to learn

Must be willing to work in radiation areas, but with the appropriate training and equipment

Must be able to be clean shaven to wear a respirator

Must be able to work overtime as needed

Must be willing to work any shift

Nice to Have

AAMP/NACE CERTIFICATIONS

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.