Senior Shipfitter: Read Blueprints, Fit & Weld

HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site health center

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

HII's Newport News Shipbuilding is hiring Shipfitters with a minimum of 4 years experience. The role involves reading blueprints, cutting and welding steel structures, and assembling ship sections to support new construction and repairs.

Work at height, in confined spaces, and across shipyard locations is required. HII offers competitive pay, benefits, and a comprehensive welding school pathway.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a minimum of 4+ years of Fitting/Fabrication experience.
• Must be 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 lift 40 lbs and pass a respirator fit test.
• Must be able to work all assigned shifts.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints or plans to place, maneuver, or fabricate steel structures or hulls.
• Use tools to measure, cut, grind, fit, align and tack weld parts.
• Work in various locations across the shipyard including shops and dry-docks.
• Support new construction, ship repair, and ship overhauls.

Skills

Fitting/Fabrication

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

HII's Newport News Shipbuilding is hiring Shipfitters with a minimum of 4 years experience. The role involves reading blueprints, cutting and welding steel structures, and assembling ship sections to support new construction and repairs.

Work at height, in confined spaces, and across shipyard locations is required. HII offers competitive pay, benefits, and a comprehensive welding school pathway.