WELDER / STRUCTURAL TRAINEE - COMPLETE 3 WEEKS OF FREE TRADES TRAINING

Overview

WELDER / STRUCTURAL TRAINEE - COMPLETE 3 WEEKS OF FREE TRADES TRAINING

Location : Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date : Sep 22, 2025

US Citizenship Required for this Position : Yes

Employment Type : Full-Time

Shift : Multiple

Relocation : No relocation assistance available

Virtual / Telework Opportunity : No - Not eligible for telework

Travel : No

Clearance : No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Responsibilities

• Begin your career by qualifying through the shipyards start-of-the-art welding school.
• Use a variety of welding filler metals and processes to perform structural and pipe welds throughout all phases of ship construction.
• Weld in tack, fillet, and full penetration welds on steel foundations and joints for aircraft carriers and submarines.
• Employ SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW welding processes and perform welding in all positions using manual and mechanized techniques.
• Meet stringent nondestructive testing requirements, including visual inspection, ultrasonic inspection, and radiographic inspection.
• Receive further training in certified visual inspection, fire watch protocols, carbon arcing, and troubleshooting minor welding equipment issues.
• Work in conditions that include various weather, heights on scaffolding, and confined spaces; maintain safety, precision, and adaptability.
• Pass a 3-week unpaid training program (120 hours) and a physical agility test; undergo background investigation and drug screen as required.
• Be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, climb daily; lift at least 40 pounds; perform overhead work; work overtime as needed; be clean shaven to wear a respirator; and work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Be able to work at extreme heights and in small, tight, confined spaces; be willing to work any shift.

Qualifications

Nice to Have

High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Why HII

We build the worlds most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions. HIIs diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, engineers, technologists, scientists, and business professionals. We offer comprehensive benefits and educational and training programs for career growth.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and provide reasonable accommodations as needed. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Assistance

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email buildyourcareer@hii-co.com with your request. For immediate assistance, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 and select Newport News Shipbuilding.

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