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WELDER/STRUCTURE EXPERIENCED

Newport News, VA

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

The Role Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking ... Welders will also receive additional training including certified visual inspection, fire watch ...

Welder - Submarine Building

Newport News, VA · On-site

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

The Role Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking ... Welders will also receive additional training including certified visual inspection, fire watch ...

Welder - Hiring Now

Newport News, VA · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

The Role Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking ... Welders will also receive additional training including certified visual inspection, fire watch ...

Welder - Submarine Building

Newport News, VA · On-site

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

The Role Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking ... Welders will also receive additional training including certified visual inspection, fire watch ...

Welder - Submarine Building

Newport News, VA · On-site

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

The Role Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking ... Welders will also receive additional training including certified visual inspection, fire watch ...

Welder - Hiring Now

Newport News, VA

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

The Role Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking ... Welders will also receive additional training including certified visual inspection, fire watch ...

Welder - Hiring Now

Newport News, VA · On-site

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

The Role Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking ... Welders will also receive additional training including certified visual inspection, fire watch ...

WELDER/STRUCTURE EXPERIENCED

Newport News, VA · On-site

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

The Role Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking ... Welders will also receive additional training including certified visual inspection, fire watch ...

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Huntington Ingalls Jobs Information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Fire Watch, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fire Watch, you need a strong understanding of fire safety procedures, hazard identification, and often a valid occupational safety certification such as OSHA. Familiarity with fire suppression equipment, alarm systems, and standard reporting tools is typically required. Attention to detail, vigilance, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills and qualifications are important to ensure rapid response to fire hazards, maintain workplace safety, and prevent accidents in high-risk environments.

What are the most common challenges faced by Fire Watch personnel on construction sites, and how can they be addressed?

Fire Watch personnel on construction sites often face challenges such as staying alert during long shifts, working in hazardous or changing environments, and effectively communicating with other site workers. To address these challenges, it's important to take scheduled breaks, use checklists to ensure thorough inspections, and participate in regular safety briefings. Building strong communication with the construction team helps ensure that any fire hazards are reported and resolved quickly, maintaining a safe work environment for everyone.

What are Fire Watch duties and responsibilities?

Fire Watch personnel are responsible for monitoring areas where hot work, such as welding or cutting, is being performed to prevent fires. Their main duties include identifying potential fire hazards, ensuring fire extinguishing equipment is available, maintaining a clear evacuation route, and sounding the alarm or taking action if a fire occurs. They must stay vigilant throughout their shift and cannot perform other tasks during their watch. Fire Watch is often required by safety regulations in environments with increased fire risk.

What is the difference between Fire Watch vs Fire Extinguisher Technician?

AspectFire WatchFire Extinguisher Technician
CertificationsOSHA, Fire Watch trainingFire Extinguisher, OSHA, possibly NFPA certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial areas, during hot workFire safety inspections, extinguisher maintenance, service centers
Employer & IndustryConstruction companies, industrial facilitiesFire safety service companies, maintenance providers

Fire Watch and Fire Extinguisher Technician roles both involve fire safety but differ in focus. Fire Watch primarily monitors for fire hazards during construction or hot work, requiring OSHA and fire watch training. Fire Extinguisher Technicians inspect, maintain, and refill fire extinguishers, often needing NFPA certifications. While both roles serve fire safety, Fire Watch is more about supervision during specific activities, whereas Fire Extinguisher Technicians focus on equipment maintenance.

Do workers at Huntington Ingalls Industries get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
52% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Does Huntington Ingalls Industries pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
71% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

At Huntington Ingalls Industries, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
77% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from Huntington Ingalls Industries affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
96% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 74 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Huntington Ingalls Industries?

Most people get paid time off work.
92% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 69% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 7% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 7% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 17% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do workers at Huntington Ingalls Industries worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
88% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

Do Huntington Ingalls Industries workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
49% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it for Huntington Ingalls Industries workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
58% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Huntington Ingalls Industries?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
82% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 72 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do Huntington Ingalls Industries managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
95% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

Do workers at Huntington Ingalls Industries do extra work that they don't get paid for?

Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
79% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.
Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Huntington Ingalls Industries?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
76% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Is a Huntington Ingalls Industries job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
88% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Is working at Huntington Ingalls Industries good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
43% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at Huntington Ingalls Industries feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
83% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 83 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at Huntington Ingalls Industries get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
76% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Huntington Ingalls Industries?

Some people feel stressed out here.
59% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Huntington Ingalls Industries enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
81% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Huntington Ingalls Industries recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
40% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Huntington Ingalls Industries?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
46% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 72 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Huntington Ingalls Industries?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 69% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people think Huntington Ingalls Industries’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
80% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Huntington Ingalls Industries is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
43% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 75 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.
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WELDER/PIPE EXPERIENCED - 10+ YEARS REQUIRED

WELDER/PIPE EXPERIENCED - 10+ YEARS REQUIRED

Huntington Ingalls Industries

Newport News, VA • On-site

$23.50 - $29/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Req ID: 46742
Team: X18 WELDERS
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Full-Time
Shift: Multiple
Relocation: Relocation assistance will be 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
Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking qualified pipe welders, with a minimum of 10 years of hands on PIPE WELDING work experience.
Newport News Shipbuilding 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. NNS is also offering a $5,000.00 lump sum payment for relocation assistance and a $5,000.00 sign-on bonus.
As a Welder, you will first be qualified through the shipyards state of the art Welding School. After completion of Welding School, you will use a wide range of welding filler metals and welding processes to perform structural and/or pipe welds in all phases of ship construction. Welders perform tack, fillet, and full penetration welding on steel foundations and structural and pipe joints in production on aircraft carriers and submarines. This will be done using various welding processes including SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding), GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding), and GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding). These welds are made in all positions using both manual and mechanized processes and will satisfy all nondestructive tests requirements (visual inspection, magnetic particle inspection, ultrasonic inspection, radiographic inspection). Welders will also receive additional training including certified visual inspection, fire watch, carbon arcing, and troubleshooting minor welding equipment problems.
Watch this Welder video to learn more: https://youtu.be/FETHnJ854Qs?si=HS0UmOkcAxVuILrS
Must Have
Candidates must have a minimum 10 years of PIPE WELDING experience.
Candidates must have previously worked for NNS for a minimum of 1.5 years.
Must be able to work assigned shift as production needs.
Must be 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 indoors/outdoors year round in all weather conditions.
Must be able to pass Physical Agility Test.
Must be able to perform overhead work.
Must be able to work overtime as needed.
Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
Nice to Have
High school graduate or equivalent preferred
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 buildyourcareer@hii-co.com 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.