Set up and operate welding machines, leads, grinders, cutting equipment, and related tools. * Fit ... Opportunities for experienced welders and qualified entry-level candidates Apply Today If you are ...
Set up and operate welding machines, leads, grinders, cutting equipment, and related tools. * Fit ... Opportunities for experienced welders and qualified entry-level candidates Apply Today If you are ...
Outside Machinist I
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
... shipyard. * One to three years related work experience. * Has knowledge of the trade qualifications and performs as an entry level Outside Machinist * Mechanical aptitude and skills. Must be able to ...
Outside Machinist I
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
... shipyard. * One to three years related work experience. * Has knowledge of the trade qualifications and performs as an entry level Outside Machinist * Mechanical aptitude and skills. Must be able to ...
Outside Machinist I
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
... shipyard. * One to three years related work experience. * Has knowledge of the trade qualifications and performs as an entry level Outside Machinist * Mechanical aptitude and skills. Must be able to ...
Outside Machinist I
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
... shipyard. * One to three years related work experience. * Has knowledge of the trade qualifications and performs as an entry level Outside Machinist * Mechanical aptitude and skills. Must be able to ...
... shipyard. * One to three years related work experience. * Has knowledge of the trade qualifications and performs as an entry level Outside Machinist * Mechanical aptitude and skills. Must be able to ...
... shipyard. * One to three years related work experience. * Has knowledge of the trade qualifications and performs as an entry level Outside Machinist * Mechanical aptitude and skills. Must be able to ...
... shipyard. * One to three years related work experience. * Has knowledge of the trade qualifications and performs as an entry level Outside Machinist * Mechanical aptitude and skills. Must be able to ...
... shipyard. * One to three years related work experience. * Has knowledge of the trade qualifications and performs as an entry level Outside Machinist * Mechanical aptitude and skills. Must be able to ...
... shipyard. * One to three years related work experience. * Has knowledge of the trade qualifications and performs as an entry level Outside Machinist * Mechanical aptitude and skills. Must be able to ...
... shipyard. * One to three years related work experience. * Has knowledge of the trade qualifications and performs as an entry level Outside Machinist * Mechanical aptitude and skills. Must be able to ...
STAGE BUILDER ENTRY LEVEL - FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES - SIGN-ON BONUS
Newport News, VA · On-site
$50K - $55K/yr
Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with shipyard and OSHA regulations ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
STAGE BUILDER ENTRY LEVEL - FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES - SIGN-ON BONUS
Newport News, VA · On-site
$50K - $55K/yr
Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with shipyard and OSHA regulations ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
Welder Helper
Channelview, TX · On-site
$13.75 - $17.25/hr
Southwest Shipyard owns and operates four (4) shipyards in South Texas with direct deep-water ... Other non-welding duties may be assigned--entry-Level position with a path for advancement. WORK ...
Welder Helper
Channelview, TX · On-site
$13.75 - $17.25/hr
Southwest Shipyard owns and operates four (4) shipyards in South Texas with direct deep-water ... Other non-welding duties may be assigned--entry-Level position with a path for advancement. WORK ...
Welder Helper
Houston, TX · On-site
$14.75 - $18.50/hr
Southwest Shipyard owns and operates four (4) shipyards in South Texas with direct deep-water ... Other non-welding duties may be assigned--entry-Level position with a path for advancement. WORK ...
Welder Helper
Houston, TX · On-site
$14.75 - $18.50/hr
Southwest Shipyard owns and operates four (4) shipyards in South Texas with direct deep-water ... Other non-welding duties may be assigned--entry-Level position with a path for advancement. WORK ...
2026 Recent High School Grads - Entry Level Trades Opportunities - Groton
Groton, CT · On-site
$24.28/hr
Outside Machinists* * Works on the submarine doing assembly and shipboard mechanical work that ... takes place in the shipyard Carpenters * Responsible for building staging, platforms, and ...
2026 Recent High School Grads - Entry Level Trades Opportunities - Groton
Groton, CT · On-site
$24.28/hr
Outside Machinists* * Works on the submarine doing assembly and shipboard mechanical work that ... takes place in the shipyard Carpenters * Responsible for building staging, platforms, and ...
Outside Machinists* * Works on the submarine doing assembly and shipboard mechanical work that ... takes place in the shipyard Carpenters * Responsible for building staging, platforms, and ...
Outside Machinists* * Works on the submarine doing assembly and shipboard mechanical work that ... takes place in the shipyard Carpenters * Responsible for building staging, platforms, and ...
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
$57K - $62K/yr
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
$57K - $62K/yr
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
$57K - $62K/yr
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
$57K - $62K/yr
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
RIGGER ENTRY LEVEL - FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES
Newport News, VA · On-site
$57K - $62K/yr
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
RIGGER ENTRY LEVEL - FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES
Newport News, VA · On-site
$57K - $62K/yr
They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment ... HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning ...
Collect, analyze, and document electrical test data from laboratory, shipyard, land-based test site ... machinery. * Software Proficiency: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and PowerPoint. * Strong analytical ...
Collect, analyze, and document electrical test data from laboratory, shipyard, land-based test site ... machinery. * Software Proficiency: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and PowerPoint. * Strong analytical ...
Collect, analyze, and document electrical test data from laboratory, shipyard, land-based test site ... machinery. * Software Proficiency: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and PowerPoint. * Strong analytical ...
Collect, analyze, and document electrical test data from laboratory, shipyard, land-based test site ... machinery. * Software Proficiency: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and PowerPoint. * Strong analytical ...
Entry Level Shipyard Machinist information
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$14.90 - $16.87
3% of jobs
$16.87 - $18.84
9% of jobs
$20.62 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$18.84 - $20.80
14% of jobs
$20.80 - $22.77
11% of jobs
$22.77 - $24.74
13% of jobs
The median wage is $24.80 / hr.
$24.74 - $26.70
18% of jobs
$27.89 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$26.70 - $28.67
13% of jobs
$28.67 - $30.64
8% of jobs
$30.64 - $32.60
6% of jobs
$32.60 - $34.57
3% of jobs
$34.57 - $36.54
2% of jobs
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$25
$36
How much do entry level shipyard machinist jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level shipyard machinist in the United States is $25.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Welders-Shipyard and Industrial
Virginia Beach, VA
Avail Staffing Company
$22 - $33/hr
Full-time
Posted 10 days ago
Job description
Structural Shipyard Welder / Industrial MIG Welder
Avail Staffing is hiring experienced Structural ShipyardWelders and Industrial MIG Welders to support shipbuilding, ship repair,and industrial manufacturing projects. We are looking for dependable welderswho take pride in quality workmanship, work safely, and can perform indemanding production environments.
Position Overview
As a Structural Shipyard Welder / Industrial MIG Welder,you will perform welding and fabrication on structural components, assemblies,and equipment. Candidates may work in shipyard, marine, industrial, ormanufacturing environments depending on project requirements.
Responsibilities
- Perform structural welding on naval and commercial vessels, ship components, and industrial structures.
- Perform MIG/GMAW welding on carbon steel and other materials as required.
- Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, drawings, and work instructions.
- Perform fillet, groove, and structural welds according to project specifications.
- Set up and operate welding machines, leads, grinders, cutting equipment, and related tools.
- Fit, align, tack, and weld structural components to required dimensions and tolerances.
- Perform welding in various positions, including flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead.
- Inspect welds for quality, penetration, appearance, and defects.
- Grind, clean, and prepare surfaces before and after welding.
- Follow NAVSEA, shipyard, customer, and project-specific welding procedures when applicable.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
- Follow all OSHA, shipyard, and company safety requirements.
- Work effectively with shipfitters, welders, pipefitters, supervisors, and other trades.
- Meet production schedules while maintaining high standards of workmanship.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Structural Welder, Shipyard Welder, MIG Welder, or Industrial Welder.
- Experience welding carbon steel in a shipyard, industrial, manufacturing, or construction environment.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and welding symbols.
- Ability to pass a company or customer weld test as required.
- Familiarity with MIG/GMAW welding processes.
- Ability to use grinders, hand tools, measuring tools, and welding equipment safely.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and physically demanding shipyard environments.
- Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
- Previous naval shipyard experience is preferred for structural shipyard positions.
Preferred Shipyard Experience
Experience with:
- NAVSEA welding requirements
- U.S. Navy vessels
- Structural steel fabrication
- Ship repair and new construction
- Bulkheads, decks, foundations, brackets, and structural components
- FCAW and SMAW in addition to MIG/GMAW
- Welding qualification tests
- Blueprint and weld-symbol interpretation
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
- Opportunities for overtime
- Long-term shipyard and industrial projects
- Opportunities to advance your welding career
- A professional work environment focused on safety and quality
- Opportunities for experienced welders and qualified entry-level candidates
Apply Today
If you are an experienced Structural Shipyard Welder orIndustrial MIG Welder looking for your next opportunity, Avail Staffingwants to hear from you.
Apply today and put your welding skills to work onprojects that matter.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME