Full job description Date: Mar 7, 2024
Location: San Diego, CA, California, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 18212
Required Travel: 51 - 75%
Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $45,780.00 - $60,240.00
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Entry Level
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 C5ISR, 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.
Who We Are 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 Junior Tradespersons in the various specialties of Mechanical, Electrical, Welding, HVAC, and Pipe Fitting to help us provide expert solutions on shipboard alterations & installation for fleet modernization in the San Diego, CA area. The selected candidate will support the SI team 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. Per diem paid for all work travel outside the local area. Travel expenses paid for by the company.
What You Will Do 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.
What You Must Have High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 1 year of related experience.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret clearance and a DBIDS/CAC badge for base access/credentials.
Must have experience working in a team environment.
Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
Bonus Points For.... Knowledge and/or experience in a trades specialty in the following areas Mechanical, Electrical, Welding, HVAC, and Pipe Fitting.
Candidates with prior marine and/or industrial experience highly desired.
Candidates who are currently enrolled or a graduate from and/or completed vocational school or skilled trade certificate programs are preferred.
Possession of an active DOD 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.
OSHA 10 maritime Certification is a plus.
Candidates possessing a current U.S. Travel passport are preferred.
Physical Requirements 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. Most work is performed aboard ships or in industrial conditions. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.
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. Our 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.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.
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.
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