Machinist Trainee

Huntington Ingalls Industries
Newport News, VA
Job Description
Role Overview

This position is for job seekers with no trades experience willing to complete three weeks of unpaid training in the Outside Machinist trade. As a Machinist Trainee, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing a ship's major mechanical components and systems. You will work in various weather conditions, at extreme heights, and in small, confined spaces, requiring a strong focus on safety, precision, and adaptability.

What You Will Do

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include utilizing a wide variety of tools and machinery, performing tasks in various weather conditions, and working in challenging environments. You will be responsible for installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing a ship's major mechanical components and systems.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role is a great fit for individuals who are willing to learn a trade, work in a challenging environment, and are willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and welcoming environment, with competitive benefits and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth.

Requirements

  • Must be able to pass a 3-week (UNPAID) program (120 hours), 7:00am – 3:30pm (Monday – Friday)
  • Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen
  • Must be able to pass physical agility test
  • Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis
  • Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds
  • Must be able to perform overhead work
  • Must be able to work overtime as needed
  • Must be able to be clean shaven to wear a respirator
  • Must be able to perform work outdoors, year-round, in all weather conditions
  • Must be able to work at extreme heights
  • Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces
  • Must be willing to work any shift

Benefits

  • medical
  • prescription drug
  • dental
  • vision plan choices
  • on-site health centers
  • tele-medicine
  • wellness resources
  • employee assistance programs
  • savings plan options (401K)
  • financial education and planning tools
  • life insurance
  • tuition reimbursement
  • employee discounts
  • early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
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