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General Dynamics Information Technology

Ship Fitter

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What they do

An Iron or Steel Worker installs iron or steel beams, girders or columns that create the structural frame for tall buildings, bridges or other large structures.

$65,892 / year median in Virginia

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Ship Fitter General Dynamics Information Technology - 3.7 Norfolk, VA Job Details Full-time $26.35 - $35.65 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid jury duty Health savings account Internal mobility program AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave 401(k) matching Qualifications Post-sales product instruction Customer training On-site technical support Outdoor work experience Equipment installation Field engineering on-site equipment repair Mid-level Electrical systems installation Welding Certification Vessel repairing Technical skills instruction 1 year Associate's degree Preventive machine maintenance Mechanical troubleshooting
Full Job Description Type of Requisition:
Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None Clearance Level Must Be Able to
Obtain:
None Public Trust/Other Required:
None Job Family:
SCA Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Blueprints, Electrical Installations, Shipyards Certifications:
None Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes Job Description:
Ship Fitter This is a waterfront shipboard construction and re-modernization position, working within shipyards and drydocks onboard U.S. Naval ships. The incumbent will be working in varying temperatures of high heat in the summer and cold in the winter preforming the following tasks: Installs, maintains, repairs, overhauls, troubleshoots, modifies, constructs, and tests mechanical equipment and related devices. Troubleshoots and corrects structural placement. Makes recommendations for improvements or modifications to correct problems. May provide operation and maintenance instruction to customer personnel. Performs preventative maintenance. Participates in special projects, as required.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Education:
Associates of Arts/Associates of Science.
Required Experience:
Associate's Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience. 1-3 years of directly related experience supporting engineering operations.
Location:
On Customer Site. US Citizenship Required.
Certifications:
May require TAC welding certification.
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
401K with company match Comprehensive health and wellness packages Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications Cutting-edge technology you can learn from Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays #hireshipyardcareersgdit The likely hourly rate for this position is between $26.35 - $35.65. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
10-25% T elecommuting
Options:
Onsite Work Location:
USA VA Norfolk Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at
GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
Our Identify Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes. About our
Work:
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc . Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans