INSULATOR EXPERIENCED

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.

Newport News (VA)

On-site

USD 74,298 - 85,197

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

On-site health center
401K match
Paid time off

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, seeks qualified insulators with 2+ years of hands-on insulation experience. The role involves removing, repairing, and installing insulation from piping and ventilation systems, and possibly floor tiling, across various components and structures.

We offer competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, holidays, and benefits including medical care, 401K with company match, and on-site health centers.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of hands-on insulation work experience.
  • Must be able to perform kneeling, squatting, crawling, bending, stooping and climbing on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

  • Remove, repair, and install insulation on piping systems, ventilation systems, and components.
  • May remove or install floor tiling.

Skills

Insulation installation

Education

High school diploma

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

The Role

The candidate will remove, repair, and install various types of insulation; including fiberglass, calcium silicate, and rubatex from piping systems, ventilation systems, and various components and structures through out the ship. Candidate may also remove/install floor tiling.

Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking qualified insulators, with 2+ years of hands on Insulation work 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 be able to perform kneeling, squatting, crawling, bending, stooping, and climbing on a daily basis.
Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
Must be able to perform overhead work.
Must be able to be clean shaven to wear a respirator.
Must be able to perform work outdoors, year‑round, in all weather conditions.
Must be able to work at extreme heights.
Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces.
Must be able to work any shift to accommodate production needs.

Must be able to take measurements or be willing to learn

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 buildyourcareer@hii-co.com 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.

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