Welder/Structure Trainee
Compensation
$60k – $62k /yr
Employment type
Full-time
Work setting
On-site
Location
Newport News, VA
Schedule
Day shift
Posted
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Job overview
The Welder/Structure Trainee is an onsite role based in Newport News, VA. Compensation is not specified for this position. This role supports the X18 Welders team at Newport News Shipbuilding. This position is designed for recent high school graduates to learn welding trades through a structured training program. The role contributes to the construction of aircraft carriers and submarines by performing structural and pipe welds.
What you'll do
- Complete a 3-week unpaid welding training program.
- Perform structural and pipe welds using various processes.
- Ensure work meets nondestructive testing requirements.
- Work in confined spaces and at heights.
What we're looking for
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Experience
- No prior experience required; must pass training program or hold relevant certification.
- Skills & competencies
- full-timeday shiftnewport news vawelderhiisign-on bonusno on-callno travelentry levelhigh school graduate
- Work arrangement
- Weekend coverage required
About the employer
Huntington Ingalls Industries is hiring for this role. Industry: Ship Building and Repairing. Sector: 33.
Additional details
- Industry sector
- 33
- Industry
- Ship Building and Repairing
- Occupation code
- 99-9999.99
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Listing ID: 03d2aca8-feb2-4a59-afed-cf123972a248