JOINER SEMI SKILLED (OCTOBER 2026 HIRING EVENT)

Huntington Ingalls•Pascagoula, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ingalls Shipbuilding is seeking Semi-Skilled Joiners who have hands-on experience in carpentry, fabrication, or interior installation — and want to continue advancing into higher-level joiner roles. As a Semi-Skilled Joiner, you’ll help fabricate, assemble, install, and repair wood and metal components throughout the ship. Your growing craftsmanship supports the creation of bulkheads, interior finishes, deck structures, furniture installations, and other outfitting items that sailors rely on every day. This role is for individuals ready to expand their craft at “America’s Shipyard,” a rewarding career at Ingalls Shipbuilding — Mississippi’s largest private employer — is waiting.

Requirements

Hands-on experience in carpentry, interior construction, fabrication, or related trades
Ability to read and follow basic drawings, measurements, and layout instructions
Skill using common carpentry and fabrication tools
Strong commitment to safety, craftsmanship, and teamwork
Willingness to work in an active industrial environment and continue developing your joiner skills
Minimum of 6 months experience as a Joiner or related craft experience in shipfitting, carpentry or sheetmetal or completion of a craft specific CTE program and be able to pass the Tacker Certification test.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or equivalent
Master Tech Certification

Responsibilities

Assist in fabricating, assembling, installing, and repairing wood and metal bulkheads, interior finishes, and deck structures
Help mount furniture, racks, bins, partitions, decorative ceilings, false decks, and other outfitting items
Use hand tools, power tools, measurement devices, and fastening equipment to support layout and installation work
Read and follow basic drawings, layout instructions, and specifications
Work in shipboard environments that may include heights, confined spaces, and varying weather conditions
Support production needs across multiple shifts in a 24/7 manufacturing environment
Follow Ingalls’ strong safety standards in every task and work area