HII
2ND SHIFT MECH TECH M 2 RIGGER / OPERATOR
HII, Goose Creek, South Carolina, United States, 29445
2ND SHIFT MECH TECH M 2 RIGGER / OPERATOR
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Req ID: 43066 Team: C100 PRODUCTION Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required: Yes Full-Time Shift: 2nd Relocation: No relocation assistance available Virtual/Telework: No Travel Requirement: No Clearance Required: No
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 ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers, software developers, solution architects, technical subject matter experts and system users. Anchored in our 135-year history, we collaborate at the forefront of technology, manufacturing and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.
The Role Riggers are highly specialized in moving jobs that cannot be accomplished by ordinary means and use equipment expressly designed for moving and lifting objects weighing hundreds of thousands of pounds in places where ordinary material handling equipment cannot go. Because of the highly specialized nature of the work, riggers learn on the job. Riggers must work together as a cohesive team, and there must be an environment of trust because of the potentially dangerous nature of rigging.
Must Have
High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience; Apprenticeship graduate/Associate's Degree in a relevant discipline and 1 year of related experience. May require certification.
Nice to Have
Certification or additional relevant experience.
Why HII We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, 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, 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.
Benefits We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, telemedicine, 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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.
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 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.
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2ND SHIFT MECH TECH M 2 RIGGER / OPERATOR
role at
HII
Req ID: 43066 Team: C100 PRODUCTION Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required: Yes Full-Time Shift: 2nd Relocation: No relocation assistance available Virtual/Telework: No Travel Requirement: No Clearance Required: No
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 ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers, software developers, solution architects, technical subject matter experts and system users. Anchored in our 135-year history, we collaborate at the forefront of technology, manufacturing and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.
The Role Riggers are highly specialized in moving jobs that cannot be accomplished by ordinary means and use equipment expressly designed for moving and lifting objects weighing hundreds of thousands of pounds in places where ordinary material handling equipment cannot go. Because of the highly specialized nature of the work, riggers learn on the job. Riggers must work together as a cohesive team, and there must be an environment of trust because of the potentially dangerous nature of rigging.
Must Have
High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience; Apprenticeship graduate/Associate's Degree in a relevant discipline and 1 year of related experience. May require certification.
Nice to Have
Certification or additional relevant experience.
Why HII We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, 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, 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.
Benefits We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, telemedicine, 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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.
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 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.
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