Sheetmetal Worker
Listed on 2026-10-04
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Manufacturing / Production
Fabrication, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Position: Sheet Metal Worker
Job Location: Newport News, VA
Hutco Branch: Portsmouth
Rate of Pay:$32.00 per hour, plus per diem for those who qualify
Shift: Variable, 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM, Sunday - Saturday
Number of Positions:45
Hutco, Inc. is currently seeking experienced Sheet Metal Workers for shipbuilding work in Newport News, Virginia.
This position involves installation and fabrication work supporting shipboard foundations, ventilation systems, bulkheads, furniture, and related sheet metal assemblies. Marine experience is preferred; however, relevant aircraft, industrial, or commercial sheet metal experience may also be considered.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS- Read and interpret complex ventilation assembly drawings, blueprints, sketches, weld symbols, material requirements, and datum/reference lines.
- Measure and interpret fractional and decimal dimensions using rulers and standard measuring tools.
- Lay out, fabricate, assemble, and install sheet metal components to required specifications.
- Install and support shipboard foundations, ventilation components, bulkheads, furniture, and related assemblies.
- Operate hand and power tools including electric drills, grinders, and rivet guns.
- Operate shop equipment including drill presses, press brakes, and shears.
- Perform fabrication and assembly work in physically demanding industrial and shipyard environments.
- Follow Newport News Shipbuilding safety requirements, PPE standards, and applicable OSHA regulations.
- Maintain productivity and quality while working around active shipbuilding operations.
- Rigger or material-handling experience.
- Experience operating mobile equipment such as JLGs and scissor lifts.
- Previous marine or shipyard sheet metal experience.
- Must be able to perform physically demanding work.
- Must be comfortable working in varying temperature and humidity conditions.
- Must be able to comply with all required PPE and safe-work practices.
- Must be capable of working in an active industrial and shipbuilding environment.
A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care.
- Medical / Prescription
- Vision Coverage
- Short Term Disability
Hotel accommodations may be advanced for the first two weeks as a loan, where applicable.
728 High Street, Suite 200
Portsmouth, VA 23704
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Hutco, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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