MAINTENANCE MACHINIST

Job Description

MAINTENANCE MACHINIST

Location :

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date : Nov 1, 2025

Req ID : 43140

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. MUST 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. and work in confined spaces may be required.

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ANY SHIFT

5 years of trade experience is required

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

8+ years trade experience 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.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

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 [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.