Shipyard Pipefitter Trainee — Hands-On Navy-Ready

Nassco; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO in Norfolk, VA, is offering a Trades Trainee Pipefitter program. The 20-week trainee path includes classroom hours and hands-on shop training to prepare you for Navy contracts, with a 0600 to 1445 schedule and required DBIDS/NAVSEA badges.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; trade school preferred. You will learn safety, PPE, material handling, and basic math while advancing toward skilled trades credentials in a shipyard environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is typically required.
• Trade school education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete designated training program(s) and obtain required certifications.
• Organize, arrange, and maintain order in stockrooms and other material staging areas.
• Ensure that you are trained or qualified for the work you are assigned to accomplish.
• Perform job safely, with the ability to recognize and avoid potential safety hazards and maintain quality control at all times.
• Demonstrate good housekeeping skills to maintain a clean, hazard-free work environment and to ensure that job site is left in a safe and clean condition prior to departure.
• Follow established policies and procedures, including but not limited to timekeeping procedures.

Skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Communication

English Proficiency

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school education (preferred)

Job description

General Dynamics NASSCO in Norfolk, VA, is offering a Trades Trainee Pipefitter program. The 20-week trainee path includes classroom hours and hands-on shop training to prepare you for Navy contracts, with a 0600 to 1445 schedule and required DBIDS/NAVSEA badges.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; trade school preferred. You will learn safety, PPE, material handling, and basic math while advancing toward skilled trades credentials in a shipyard environment.