Sheet Metal Worker - Certified
About The Position
The Sheet Metal Worker fabricates, assembles, and installs components for aircraft carriers, submarines, and other surface ships. Work includes ventilation systems, metal joiner bulkheads and framing, furniture, cabinetry, lockers, ladders and handrails, foundations, weapons spaces, and wet spaces. Work is performed according to detailed technical work documents and procedural guidelines. The employee is qualified through the shipyard’s welding school and receives formal and on-the-job training in basic sheet metal work, tack welding, and job-specific requirements. The role is intended for candidates who can provide a certificate or diploma in sheet metal or a directly related field. The position is based at Newport News Shipbuilding, is not eligible for telework, and may require any shift and overtime as needed.
Requirements
- Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
- Must pass a physical agility test.
- Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb daily.
- Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds and perform overhead work.
- Must be able to work at extreme heights, outdoors year-round in all weather conditions, and in small, tight, confined spaces.
- Must be able to take measurements or be willing to learn.
- Must be willing to work in radiation areas with appropriate training and equipment.
- Must be clean shaven to wear a respirator.
- Must be able to work overtime as needed and be willing to work any shift.
- Must provide one or more certificates of completion or a diploma in sheet metal fabrication, HVAC, facility maintenance, auto body/automotive repair, residential/commercial construction, welding, carpentry, or a directly related field from an eligible educational, apprenticeship, or military program.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate, assemble, and install sheet metal components for aircraft carriers, submarines, and other surface ships.
- Perform work in accordance with detailed technical work documents and procedural guidelines.
- Use hand tools and power tools/equipment to complete sheet metal work.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices
- On-site health centers
- Telemedicine
- 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
- Educational and training programs for career growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
