1887 Maritime Construction jobs in Chesapeake,VA

Maintenance Trade Helper & General Laborer

Continental Tide Defense System

Norfolk, VA 23510

Only local candidates will be considered.
Exposure to open-air environments, including noisy, hot, and cold conditions.
Required to visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore.
Must wear various types of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hearing, eye, head, and hand protection, as required.
Must possess sufficient visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and night vision to inspect maritime components and systems, identify defects or irregularities, and safely operate tools and equipment.
May work in confined spaces with limited ventilation.
Requires prolonged periods of sedentary work, including sitting and/or standing.
May be required to operate machinery, power tools, and/or heavy equipment.
Frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions, including high heat and cold.
Must be able to lift to 30 lbs., or more, climb ladders, and work in confined or elevated areas.
Possess OSHA-10 training & have your OSHA-10 card
Must possess a high school, trade or vocational school degree.
Must have the ability to obtain base access and security credentials...e.g. DBIDS | NAVSEA Badge
Ability 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.
Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.
Due to export control regulations, this role is open to U.S. citizens only.
U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

NASSCO

Norfolk, VA 23510

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain NAVSEA and DBIDS access
Must obtain and maintain required badges and clearance (NAVSEA and DBIDS)
Must pass pre-employment drug screening, background check, and physical agility test.
Ability to work overtime, shifts, and varying schedules as needed
Ability to lift 50+lbs regularly
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods.
Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in physically demanding environments.
Ability to climb ladders and navigate shipboard environments.
Adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity for safe tool operation.
Ability to perform physically demanding construction-related tasks including lifting, carrying, and material handling.
Laborer (entry-level): No prior experience required
J3: 2-4 years of progressive shipyard or marine decking experience
J4" 4-6+ years of advanced experience in marine decking systems

HII

Newport News, VA 23606

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Must be able to pass a 3-week (UNPAID) program (120 hours), 7:00am - 3:30pm (Monday - Friday).
Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen
Must be able to pass physical agility test
Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis
Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds
Must be able to perform overhead work
Must be able to work overtime as needed
Must be able to be clean shaven to wear a respirator
Must be able to perform work outdoors, year- round, in all weather conditions
Must be able to work at extreme heights
Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces
Must be willing to work any shift

COLONNA'S SHIPYARD

Norfolk, VA 23510

Must have a Bachelors/Registered Apprentice (grad) and at least 2 years relative trades experience (or HS + 6 years trades experience) and at least 2 years of prior supervisory experience.
Must be able to demonstrate ability to perform multi-pass, all position fillet and butt welds using SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding), and FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding).
Must have knowledge of AWS D1.1 (Structural Steel) and NAVSEA code/requirements (MIL-STD-1688 & MIL-STD-1689).
Must have both welding and fitting experience in new industrial fabrication/new construction.
Must have at least one (1) year of experience in welding automation.
Must be able to understand job specifications, drawings, and corresponding technical references years supervisory experience.
Must have regular, reliable attendance.
Position may require limited travel.
Minimal Travel; 10% or less.