DECK ELECTRICIAN ENTRY-LEVEL Job at HII

HII Newport News, VA

Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States
Date: Mar 3, 2023
Job Description
Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, offers competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, paid holidays, medical benefits including an on-site health center, 401K company match, employee discounts, and more.


Deck electricians are largely responsible for the installation, repair, overhaul, and operational testing of the electrical systems aboard the ship. Electricians can be working on one of the many electrical systems aboard the ship including lighting, power distribution, communication or navigation. Electricians read and interpret complex electrical and electronic schematics. The job of an electrician is unique in that it requires an individual that can quickly switch between differing tasks ranging from lighting and receptacle hook-ups, installing wire way racks, rebuilding equipment, installing electronic controls, lighting maintenance, performing preventative maintenance, or welding of studs for mounting equipment.
Basic Qualifications
Candidates must able to work at extreme heights or small confined spaces. Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb. Must be able to lift 40 lbs and must take and pass a respirator fit test. Must be able to work indooors/outdoors year round in all weather conditions. Must be able to work assigned shift as production needs. Must be able to pass Physical Agility Test.
Preferred Qualifications
High school graduate or equivalent preferred
  • Req ID: 29442
  • Department: X31 ELECTRICAL
  • Entity: NN SHIPBUILDING (0265)
  • Travel Required: No
  • Shift: Multiple
  • Relocation: No relocation assistance available
  • Education: None
  • Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
  • US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
  • Clearance Type: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Who We Are - About HII

EEO Statement:
HII is an Equal Opportunity/Vets and Disabled Employer. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.




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