EXPERIENCED CRANE OPERATOR UP TO $5000 SIGN ON BONUS

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Virginia; On-site; USD 74,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries—Newport News Shipbuilding is hiring an Experienced Crane Operator in Newport News, Virginia. The role involves operating bridge and gantry cranes across multiple shifts, with a sign-on bonus based on experience (up to $5,000).

The position is full-time with no relocation assistance, requiring US citizenship and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. Candidates must pass a respirator fit test and perform basic crane-related math.

Qualifications

• 1+ years crane operation experience.
• Must be able to work at extreme heights or in confined spaces.
• Must pass a respirator fit test.
• Must be able to work assigned shift and perform basic math calculations for area, volume and center of gravity.

Responsibilities

• Operate bridge and gantry cranes as assigned.
• Perform basic math calculations for loads and center of gravity.
• Follow universal hand signals and safety procedures for crane operation.

Skills

Crane operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

EXPERIENCED CRANE OPERATOR UP TO $5000 SIGN ON BONUS

Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Aug 7, 2026

Req ID: 48699

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: $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 selected candidate will operate various bridge and gantry cranes. Candidates should possess the ability to perform basic math skills to include simple area, volume, weight calculations and center of gravity. Should be able to learn universal hands signals for proper crane operation.

Sign on Bonus based on Years of Experience:

• 1-5 years experience $2500 Sign on Bonus
• 6+ years experience $5000 Sign on Bonus

Current HII employees are not eligible for bonus

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 work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Must be able to perform overhead work.
• Must take and pass a respirator fit test.
• Must be able to work assigned shift as production needs.
• Experienced candidates must have 1+ years experience (min) in crane operations.

Nice to Have

• High school graduate or equivalent. Should have the ability to perform basic math skills to include simple area, volume, weight calculations and center of gravity. Experience in one or more of the type cranes listed above with a capacity greater than 10 ton

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.