Sheet Metal Mechanic Helper - 28249

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) Savings Plan Options

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Mechanic Assistant in Chesapeake, Virginia. The role involves supporting skilled trades teams on US Naval vessels by performing mechanical tasks and assisting with equipment installation and alterations. Candidates must have a high school education or equivalent, experience with hand and power tools, and the ability to work in a team. Competitive benefits are offered, including medical plans, paid time off, and travel coverage. Weekend and overtime hours may be required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience in a technical field.
• Must be able to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain shipyard access and DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support trades teams on active naval vessels.
• Perform routine technical tasks under supervision.
• Assist in the installation and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Hand and power tool proficiency

Ability to work in a team

Travel flexibility

Education

High School education or Trade School equivalent

Tools

Personal hand tools

Job description

HII Platform Modernization (PM) trades teams provide expert solutions on US Naval Vessel alterations and installations for fleet modernization. The selected Mechanic Assistant candidate will support PM, working closely with our skilled trades teams, on active class surface ships using various processes, mechanical techniques and related tools to remove, install, and upgrade industrial equipment, assisting with alterations and installations for fleet modernization on various contracts. Weekend and/or overtime hours may be required depending on contract awards and support required as per trade/skill set.

Selected candidates will be required to commute to and maintain access to shipyards and military bases located around the Hampton Roads area depending on contract obligations. Selected candidates may be required to travel to shipyards and military bases located around the country and abroad when not assigned to a local task. Per Diem provided based on location when on travel. Travel and lodging expenses are covered by the company.

• Display levels of quality, integrity, safety, respect, engagement and performance consistent with company values.
• Gain valuable trades and life experience as you learn and focus your skills through the direction of senior technical tradespersons on a variety of tasks.
• Perform routine work technical trades duties, under direction, and in accordance with blueprints and technical manuals, to include support of technical repair, installation, maintenance and modification of equipment and related structures and systems at customer and/or field locations.
• Perform semi-skilled and unskilled specific or general duties, such as using, supplying or holding materials and tools; cleaning working area, machines, equipment and diverse tasks as directed.
• Perform semi-skilled and unskilled laboring duties related to the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide array of systems and equipment.
• Apply job skills and company policies to complete a wide range of tasks that vary based on job, contract, customer requirements, specifications, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 1 year of related experience.
• Must have experience safely using hand and power tools.
• Must be able to obtain shipyard access credentials within 7 days of start date and maintain credentials throughout employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance and maintain clearance level throughout employment.
• Must have experience working in a team environment.
• Must be able to travel between 25% and 50% when not assigned to local tasking.
• Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.

Preferred Requirements

• Prior Shipboard experience is preferred.
• Previous work related to technical trades is preferred.
• Candidates with related technical training, degrees, and/or certifications are highly preferred.

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. Most work is performed aboard ships or in industrial conditions. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

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.

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.