Entry-Level Structural Welder - Shipbuilding

HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription drug

Dental and vision plan choices

On-site health centers

Tele-medicine

Wellness resources

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

HII Newport News Shipbuilding seeks a Welder trained in SMAW, FCAW, GMAW and GTAW to perform structural and pipe welds across ship construction projects. You will be qualified through the shipyards welding program and work on aircraft carriers and submarines.

The role requires physical ability to handle heavy workloads, passing tests, and adaptability to multiple shifts with training provided in visual inspection and safety practices.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Must be able to work assigned shift as production needs.
• Must be able to pass Work Keys testing requirements and Physical Agility Test.

Responsibilities

• Welders perform tack, fillet, and full penetration welding on steel foundations and structural and pipe joints in production on aircraft carriers and submarines.
• Welds are made in all positions using SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW processes.
• Welders will receive additional training including certified visual inspection, fire watch, carbon arcing, and troubleshooting minor welding equipment problems.

Skills

Kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and

Lift 40 lbs

Pass respirator fit test

Work any shift

Pass Work Keys and Physical Agility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

HII Newport News Shipbuilding seeks a Welder trained in SMAW, FCAW, GMAW and GTAW to perform structural and pipe welds across ship construction projects. You will be qualified through the shipyards welding program and work on aircraft carriers and submarines.

The role requires physical ability to handle heavy workloads, passing tests, and adaptability to multiple shifts with training provided in visual inspection and safety practices.