ENTRY LEVEL STAGE BUILDER

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly paychecks

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical benefits including on-site健康中心

401K company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of HII, is seeking an Entry-Level Stage Builder to assist in constructing and dismantling staging/scaffolding in shipyard environments. You will follow blueprints and safety standards to ensure safe access to vessels and work areas.

The role requires physical capability to work at height, kneel, crawl, bend and lift up to 40 lbs, and to pass a respirator fit test. Multiple shifts are available, with full-time employment and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work at extreme heights or in small confined spaces.
• Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs and must take and pass a respirator fit test.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the erection and dismantling of staging/scaffolding structures in accordance with safety standards and blueprints.
• Transport, organize, and stage materials such as planks, pipes, couplers, and ladders.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with shipyard and OSHA regulations.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and experienced stage builders to complete assigned tasks.
• Inspect materials and equipment for damage or defects prior to use.
• Support other trades by building safe access platforms as needed.

Skills

Height work capability

Lifting 40 lbs

Respirator fit test

Work any shift

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Req ID: 49098

Team: X36 WTRFT SUPPORT SERV

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

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: $50,856.00 to $55,640.00

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. Want to be part of the team? We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

The Entry-Level Stage Builder supports the construction, installation, and dismantling of temporary staging (scaffolding) systems used in shipbuilding. This role works under direct supervision and is responsible for assisting in ensuring safe and efficient access to vessels and work areas throughout the shipyard.

• Assist in the erection and dismantling of staging/scaffolding structures in accordance with safety standards and blueprints


• Transport, organize, and stage materials such as planks, pipes, couplers, and ladders


• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with shipyard and OSHA regulations


• Follow instructions from supervisors and experienced stage builders to complete assigned tasks


• Inspect materials and equipment for damage or defects prior to use


• Support other trades by building safe access platforms as needed

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

Candidates must able to work at extreme heights or small confined spaces.

Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb.

Must be able to lift 40 lbs and must take and pass a respirator fit test.

The abilility to climb and work heights, lift a minimum of 40 lbs. and work in confined space is required.

Must be able to WORK ANY SHIFT

Nice to Have

High school graduate or equivalent preferred

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.