HII is hiring: MAINTENANCE MACHINIST at HII Newport News, VA in Newport News

Overview

MAINTENANCE MACHINIST – Newport News, Virginia

Job Description for a Maintenance Machinist at HII, Newport News Shipbuilding.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repair of mechanical tools, air tools, pump and hydraulic equipment.
• Repair and maintain critical plant services equipment and systems, including low and high pressure steam systems, river water systems, air compressors, demineralized water systems, calibration and preventive maintenance.
• Work as a team member or with minimal supervision; be able to climb ladders, work at heights, lift a minimum of 40 lbs, and work in confined spaces. Must be able to work any shift; this position requires working a day shift.
• Specific duties include maintenance and repair of plant equipment across various systems, including boilers, pumps, motors, burner management, and related auxiliary systems as applicable.

Qualifications / Requirements

• 5 years of trade experience required; 8+ years preferred.
• High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Solid understanding of pumps, motors, boiler maintenance, boiler auxiliary systems, compressors, and demineralized water systems.
• Knowledge of basic steam cycle, water chemistry, automated boiler control systems, HP and LP air systems, river water systems, and burner management systems is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and technical specifications and/or equipment repair manuals.
• Experience repairing and maintaining 600 psi+ marine boilers is preferred.
• Experience repairing and maintaining centrifugal pump systems, gearboxes and drive trains; prior millwright experience is a plus.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs and work in confined spaces; must be able to work any shift.
• Previous military experience with boiler maintenance and repair is a plus.

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, engineers, technologists, scientists, and more. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth in a values-driven organization.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [emailprotected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.