MAINTENANCE MACHINIST

Req ID: 41161 
Team: O46 PLANT UTILITY OPS 
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes 

Full-Time
Shift: 1st 
Relocation: No relocation assistance available 
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework 

Travel Requirement:  No 

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start 

 

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

 

The Role

The candidates will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance and repairing of mechanical tools, air tools, pump and hydraulic equipment. The ability to climb ladders, work at heights, lift a minimum of 40 lbs. and work in confined spaces may be required.  Should be able to work any shift.

 

Specific to this position:

The selected candidate will repair and maintain critical equipment and systems, which provide plant services, on a variety of equipment. This will include low and high pressure steam system, river water system, air compressors, demineralized water systems, calibration and preventive maintenance. The person should be a team player, highly motivated and work with minimal supervision. This position requires working day shift. Basic knowledge of plant operations, pipefitting, and troubleshooting control systems are a plus. Candidate should have a solid understanding, pumps, motors, boiler maintenance, boiler auxiliary systems, compressors and demineralized water systems. Knowledge of the basic steam cycle, water chemistry, automated boiler control systems, HP and LP Air systems, River water systems and burner management systems is a plus.

Must Have

The ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs

Work in confined spaces
Able to work any shift

Nice to Have

Ability to read and interpret basic blue prints and technical specifications and/or equipment repair manuals.
Candidate should have a solid understanding of the basic steam cycle, water chemistry, automated boiler control systems, burner management systems, pumps, boiler auxiliary systems, compressors and generation of demineralized water.
Be able to utilize basic hand tools, power tools, and precision tools
5 years of trade experience is required, 8+ years is preferred
High School graduate or equivalent preferred
Previous military experience with boiler maintenance and repair and associated systems is a plus
Experience repairing and maintaining 600 psi and above marine type boilers is preferred
Experience in repairing and maintaining centrifugal pump systems
Experience in repairing and maintaining gearboxes and drive trains
Previous millwright experience

 

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

 

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

 

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: 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, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location. 

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