Outside Machinist
21 days ago
Portsmouth
Job Description Hutco, Inc. Position Title: Outside Machinist Location: Newport News, VA Branch: Portsmouth Shift: All Shifts Security Clearance: Not Required Start Date: September 24, 2025 Duration: 12 Months Hours per Week: 40 Pay Rate: $27.31/hr ( $120.00 a day Perdiem for those who qualify) Position Summary 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 • 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, and calipers, • Torque wrenches, grinders, boring bars, drill presses, portable mills, • Experience: 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., • Must be 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 & Physical Demands Task/Ability Required 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 A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care. Available plans include: • Medical/Prescription, • Dental Coverage, • Vision Coverage, • Short Term Disability, • Term Life Benefits Contact Hutco Today! Apply online or contact us directly for more details. Contact: Hutco, Inc. – Portsmouth Branch ???? Phone: (757) 223-7680 ???? Email: #HUTCOSP