PAINTER REGULAR APPRENTICE

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Painter Apprentices to join their team in Pascagoula. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in a comprehensive 6,000-hour training program, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning. As part of a dedicated workforce, you will be involved in essential processes such as blasting and painting for naval vessels, contributing to the defense sector. The company is committed to employee growth, providing competitive benefits and a supportive environment. If you're ready to build a future in shipbuilding, this apprenticeship could be your next step.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Scholarships

On-site Health Centers

Telemedicine

Wellness Resources

Qualifications

• Completion of a 6,000-hour program with on-the-job training and classroom studies.
• Must provide original transcripts and identification documents.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include blasting, spraying, brush painting, and other coating processes.
• Operate various equipment and gauges related to blasting and spraying.

Skills

Blasting

Spraying

Brush Painting

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Tools

Various Equipment for Blasting and Spraying

Job description

Req ID: 41592
Team: 27 Paint
Entity: Ingalls Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: No

Shift: [[shift]]
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

We’re building tomorrow’s fleet today

With more than 11,000 employees, HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division is the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi and a major contributor to the economic growth of Alabama. For nearly 85 years, we’ve designed, built, and maintained amphibious ships, destroyers, and cutters for the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard. As the largest supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants, we are building four classes of ships simultaneously and have pioneered the development of technologically advanced ships for the Navy fleet. Think that’s cool? Keep reading:

The Role

Painter Apprentices will complete a 6,000-hour program consisting of on-the-job training and classroom studies designed to expose them to various skills aboard naval vessels. Responsibilities include blasting, spraying, brush painting, and other coating processes within the marine shipbuilding industry. Painter Apprentices must operate various equipment and gauges related to blasting and spraying.

Must Have

• Must be a current Ingalls Shipbuilding employee.
• High school diploma or GED completion required.
• Provide at intake interview:
• Original high school or G.E.D. transcripts (diplomas are not accepted)
• College or vocational transcripts or certificates
• Driver's license or state ID
• Original Social Security Card or proof of application
• Original Birth Certificate
• DD214 if former military

Nice to Have

Tech Master Certification(s), Ingalls Shipbuilding Academy, Talent Development Lab, Career Technical Education

Why HII

We serve the heroes who protect our freedom. Our 44,000-strong team builds powerful naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard seas, skies, land, space, and cyber domains. Our workforce includes tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, scientists, and more.

Recognized as a top employer, we prioritize safety, ethics, and employee well-being. We offer supportive environments, competitive benefits, and educational programs for career growth.

Working at HII is more than a job—it's a future-building opportunity. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, 401K, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, scholarships, and more. Benefits may vary by division or location.

Need Assistance?

If you require reasonable accommodation during the employment process, email [e-mail] with your request and contact info. Only inquiries about accommodations will be responded to from this email. You may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #1 for Ingalls Shipbuilding.