DECK ELECTRICIAN TRAINEE - COMPLETE 2 WEEKS OF FREE TRADES TRAINING

Req ID: 47132 Team: X31 ELECTRICAL Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: Multiple Relocation: No relocation assistance available Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework Travel Requirement: No Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start The Role This position is for job seekers with no trades experience willing to complete two weeks of unpaid training in the Deck Electrician trade. Newport News Shipbuilding has partnered with the Virginia Ship Repair Association and local Virginia community colleges and maritime training facilities to offer several course‑to‑hire Marine Trades Training (MTT) programs for individuals interested in learning a trade and working full‑time for Newport News Shipbuilding. Courses are offered once a month with 6‑24 students per class. The Deck Electrician Trainee program is offered at Virginia Peninsula Community College (Hampton, VA). This (UNPAID) program is 2‑weeks (80 hours), 7:00am – 3:30pm (Monday thru Friday). Deck electricians play a vital role in the installation, repair, overhaul, and operational testing of the electrical systems on aircraft carriers and submarines. They require versatility as they switch between a wide range of tasks including reading and interpreting complex electrical schematics, lighting and receptacle installations, wire way rack installation, and electronic control installation. In addition to conducting preventative maintenance, rebuilding equipment, and welding of studs for mounting equipment. Working at Newport News Shipbuilding often involves performing tasks in various weather conditions, at extreme heights on scaffolding, ladders, or elevated platforms and in small, confined spaces such as tanks, compartments, or voids in a ship. These environments require a strong focus on safety, precision, and adaptability, as well as physical agility and comfort working in challenging conditions. Must Have Pass a 2‑week (UNPAID) training program (80 hours, 7:00am – 3:30pm Monday‑Friday) Undergo a background investigation and drug screen Pass a physical agility test Be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis Be able to lift at least 40 pounds Be able to perform overhead work Work overtime as needed Be clean shaven to wear a respirator Perform work outdoors year‑round, in all weather conditions Work at extreme heights Work in small, tight, confined spaces Willing to work any shift Nice to Have High school graduate or equivalent preferred Benefits Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices Savings plan options (401K) Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance programs 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, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr