Machinist

Outside Machinist

Hutco, Inc. is seeking experienced Outside Machinists to support shipyard operations at the Newport News Shipbuilding facility. Candidates must have at least 4 years of shipyard or naval experience as a First-Class Machinist. This role demands familiarity with shipboard mechanical systems, the ability to work from technical drawings, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Perform mechanical repairs, overhauls, and installations on shipboard equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Work with various systems and equipment including:
  • Winches, anchor windlasses, steering gear
  • Air compressors, valves, and pumps
  • Diesel engines, gas turbines, reduction gears
  • Propulsion systems, shafts, propellers, rudders
  • Generators, steam turbines, hydraulic systems
  • Elevators, doors, weapons systems, deck equipment
• Conduct valve overhauls (steam/WOG), lube oil flushing, hydrostatic testing, and optical alignment.
• Perform shaft alignment and precision fitting using tools such as micrometers, dial indicators, rulers, calipers, torque wrenches, grinders, boring bars, drill presses, portable mills.
• Adhere to all technical, quality, and safety standards per OSHA and shipyard regulations.

Required qualifications include:

• 4+ years as a First-Class Machinist in shipyard or naval settings.
• Technical proficiency: skilled in precision measuring instruments and alignment tools; familiarity with hull insert installations, fasteners, and shipbuilding nomenclature; capable of working from blueprints and performing complex mechanical work.
• Physical requirements: capable of lifting 50 lbs regularly and working in confined spaces; must be able to climb ladders, work at heights, and perform physically demanding tasks; tolerance for varied temperatures and humidity conditions.

Work environment and physical demands include:

• Lifting/Carrying (up to 50 lbs)
• Standing/Walking (75%+ of shift)
• Climbing Ladders
• Working in Confined Spaces
• Exposure to Dust, Fumes, Odors
• Use of Tools and Machinery
• Visual/Hearing/Talking
• Temperature Extremes

Reporting structure:

• Reports To: Assigned Shop Foreman or Project Supervisor
• Works With: Planning, QA, Safety, and Production Teams
• Supervision Level: Independent task management expected after onboarding

Benefits:

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Short Term Disability
• Term Life Benefits
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Benefit

Hutco, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Contact Hutco Today! Apply online or contact us directly for more details.

Contact: Hutco, Inc. Portsmouth Branch Phone: (757) 223-7680 Email: [email protected]