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INSULATOR TRAINEE (NORFOLK-2WEEK UNPAID TRAINING) Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Dec 2, 2025 Req ID: 44207 Team: X33 SURF PREP & TREAT DE Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: Multiple Relocation: No relocation assistance 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** This position is for job seekers with no trades experience willing to complete two weeks of unpaid training in the Insulator trade or for job seekers with a certificate in a related trades field. The candidate will remove, repair, and install various types of insulation; including fiberglass, calcium silicate, and rubatex from piping systems, ventilation systems, and various components and structures through out the ship. Candidate should have the ability to lift 40 lbs., climb, crawl, bend, squat, and stand for up to 8 hours per day, and work in various work environments. Newport News Shipbuilding has partnered with the Virginia Ship Repair Association and local Virginia community colleges and maritime training facilities to offer several course-to-hire Marine Trades Training (MTT) programs for individuals interested in learning a trade and working full-time for Newport News Shipbuilding. Courses are offered once a month with 8-10 students per class. The Insulator Trainee program is offered at QED Systems (Norfolk, VA). This is a 2-week (UNPAID) program (80 hours) 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Monday thru Friday). MTT Program Video: X33 Marine Insulator: **Must Have** 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 **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. ​

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