Mechanic/Outside Machinist (Master Tradesperson 2) - Newport News, VA

VetJobs; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

VetJobs seeks a Mechanic/Outside Machinist in Newport News, VA to support fleet modernization for the U.S. Navy. This onsite role involves repairing and maintaining various mechanical systems aboard ships. Candidates should have a high school education, relevant experience, and be familiar with power tools and technical drawings. Competitive benefits and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits

Education Reimbursement

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• High school education or Trade School equivalent, plus 2 years experience.
• Experience in installing and maintaining mechanical systems.
• Must provide own tools as per trade specialty.

Responsibilities

• Support trades team with installations for fleet modernization.
• Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions efficiently.

Skills

Mechanical Systems

Installation

Troubleshooting

Technical Drawings

Education

High School/GED

Trade School Certificate

Tools

Power Tools

Measurement Devices

Job description

Mechanic/Outside Machinist (Master Tradesperson 2) - Newport News, VA

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Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers . If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. All positions are onsite, unless otherwise stated.

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers . If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. All positions are onsite, unless otherwise stated.

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

Who We Are

When a U.S. Navy ship needs repairs, they call us. As the top ranked defense contractor on Forbes list of America's Best Large Employers, HII Mission Technologies is committed to serving our employees, our communities, our service members, and our nation! We offer competitive benefits, education reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.

Join HII and the RCOH group in Newport News, VA as we keep the most powerful Navy the world has known afloat and ready to serve. RCOH trades teams provide expert solutions on shipboard alterations and installations for fleet modernization. The selected Outside Machinist/Mechanic candidate will support RCOH, working closely with our skilled trades teams, on surface ships, utilizing various tools of the trade, removing, installing and upgrading industrial systems and equipment.

What You Will Do

• Display levels of quality, integrity, safety, respect, engagement and performance consistent with company values.
• Support trades team by working on active class surface ships to assist with alterations and installations for fleet modernization.
• Install, operate, maintain, repair and modify equipment and mounting structure.
• Assist in a variety of installation, maintenance and technical support on products such as shipboard systems, integrated systems and related equipment at company, customer and/or field locations.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions to eliminate problems in minimum time.
• Apply understanding of production and processes to assignments.
• Perform a variety of simple and complicated tasks related to shipboard maintenance.
• Perform duties outside of specialty in order to complete installation or work assignment.
  
  

Auto req ID

448523BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job Category

Technician

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

What You Must Have:

• High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 2 years of related experience. Prefer technical/professional certifications. Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
• Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have experience installing, maintaining and repairing structural and mechanical systems and associated equipment.
• Must have experience using various power tools and measurement devices.
• Must have the ability to read, interpret and follow blueprints, technical drawings and/or technical manuals.
• Must have knowledge of safety and quality control steps and procedures.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance and maintain clearance level throughout employment.
  
  

Bonus Points For Having!

• Previous shipboard experience.
• Candidates who have graduated from and/or completed a vocational school, apprenticeship program or a skilled trades certificate program are preferred.
• Candidate with a current or active DoD clearance a plus.
• OSHA 10 Maritime Certification a plus.
  
  

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $35,776.00 - $45,385.20

Security Clearance: None

Level of Experience: Mid

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

City*

Newport News

State*

Virginia

Job Code

Mechanical Mechanic

Company

HII Mission Technologies

Salary Range

$30,000-$45,000

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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