Tradesperson

Location: Hampton, VA, California, United States

Requisition Number:27211

Required Travel: 51 - 75%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$36,920.00-$41,600.00

Security Clearance:

Ability to Obtain

Level of

Experience:

Mid

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5

ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

Are you looking to join a team of professionals for a long term secure and rewarding employment opportunity? Then join our System Integration (SI) team whose accomplishments make a positive impact supporting the U.S. Navy and national defense! We are seeking a Tradesperson 1 to provide expert solutions on shipboard alterations & installation for fleet modernization in the Norfolk/Virginia Beach, Virginia area.

The selected candidate will be supporting our Systems Integrations Organization working on active class submarines, surface ships, and shore facilities using various tools to assist with alterations and installations for fleet modernization on various contracts such as Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Naval Information Warfare Systems Command and Naval Surface Warfare Center.

Under direction, performs routine work technical trades duties to include support of technical repairs and installations. Work from blueprints and tech manuals. Work assigned is typical of standard work assignments common to specialty trades. Applies job skills and company policies to complete a wide range of tasks that vary based on job, contract, customer requirements, specifications, etc. Performs semi-skilled and unskilled laboring duties related to the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of systems and equipment.

• High School education and 1 year of related experience, or Trade School or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a CAC badge for base access/credentials.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Must be able to travel 50%-75% of the time.
• Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

• Knowledge and/or experience in a trades specialty in the following areas mechanical, electrical, electronic, welding, HVAC, and fitting.
• Prior marine and/or industrial experience highly desired.
• Currently enrolled or a graduate from and/or completed vocational school or skilled trade certificate programs are preferred.
• Possession of an active DOD secret clearance is a plus.
• Prior fire-watch training and/or experienced desired.
• Candidates with experience reading and using precision measuring tools (i.e. micrometers, slide calipers, indicators, voltage meters, and gages) are preferred.
• Candidates with the ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and/or technical manuals preferred.
• OSHA 10 maritime Certification is a plus.
• Possession of an active U.S. Passport is a plus.

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels.

May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

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