Shipfitter Trainee: 3-Week Training Path

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding is hiring for a Shipfitter Trainee program. This role targets individuals with no trades experience who will complete three weeks of unpaid training in Shipfitting, 7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Participants may engage in Marine Trades Training programs offered in partnership with local colleges, leading to full-time positions. Training includes reading blueprints and fabricating steel structures for naval ships at multiple shipyard locations.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a 3-week unpaid training program (120 hours).
• Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds and perform overhead work.
• Must be available for all shifts and to work outdoors in various conditions.

Skills

pass a background check

unpaid training willingness

physical stamina

read blueprints

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Newport News Shipbuilding is hiring for a Shipfitter Trainee program. This role targets individuals with no trades experience who will complete three weeks of unpaid training in Shipfitting, 7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Participants may engage in Marine Trades Training programs offered in partnership with local colleges, leading to full-time positions. Training includes reading blueprints and fabricating steel structures for naval ships at multiple shipyard locations.