WELDER/STRUCTURE TRAINEE - 3 WEEK UNPAID PROGRAM (11:00PM-7:00AM)

Huntington Ingalls Industries • Newport News, VA

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About The Position

This position is for job seekers with no trades experience willing to complete three weeks of unpaid training in the Welder trade or for job seekers with a certificate in a related trades field. Newport News Shipbuilding has partnered with the Virginia Ship Repair Association, local Virginia community colleges and maritime training facilities, to offer Marine Trades Training (MTT) programs for individuals interested in learning a trade and working full-time for NNS. The Welding trainee program is offered once a month with 8-10 students per class, and is held at Virginia Peninsula Community College (Hampton, VA), Tidewater Community College (Portsmouth, VA), or Camp Community College (Suffolk, VA). Each (UNPAID) program is 3-weeks (120 hours), 11:00PM to 7:00AM (Monday thru Friday). Candidates who have received and provide a certificate or diploma in Welding or directly related field are encouraged to apply and may be eligible to waive the completion of the trainee program. Directly related fields include AWS Welding (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and/or FCAW). As a welder, you will begin your career by qualifying through the shipyard's start-of-the-art welding school. Upon completion, you will use a variety of welding filler metals and processes to perform structural and pipe welds throughout all phases of ship construction. Welders are responsible for tack, fillet, and full penetration welding on steel foundations, as well as structural and pipe joints for aircraft carriers and submarines.

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a 3-week (UNPAID) program (120 hours), 11:00PM to 7:00AM (Monday - Friday) OR present one or more certificates of completion or diploma in Welding or a directly related field.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural and pipe welds throughout all phases of ship construction.
• Use a variety of welding filler metals and processes.
• Employ various welding processes including SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW.
• Perform welding in all positions using both 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 various weather conditions, at extreme heights, and in small, confined spaces.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental and 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED