DECK ELECTRICIAN TRAINEE OR CERTIFIED - FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES - SIGN-ON BONUS

About the role

This Job Listing is for recent or upcoming 2026 High School Graduates. Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of HII, is offering a $500 sign-on bonus to Trade Trainee hires. In addition, Newport News Shipbuilding is offering $500 in relocation bonus to Trade Trainee new hires that live 50 miles or greater from Newport News, VA.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, overhaul, and operate electrical systems on aircraft carriers and submarines.
• Read and interpret complex electrical schematics.
• Perform lighting and receptacle installations.
• Install wire way racks and electronic control installations.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and rebuild equipment.
• Weld studs for mounting equipment.
• Work in various weather conditions, at extreme heights, and in small, confined spaces.
• Perform tasks requiring physical agility and comfort in challenging conditions.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Be clean-shaven to wear a respirator.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work at extreme heights.
• Work in small, tight, confined spaces.

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a 2-week (UNPAID) program (80 hours), 7:00am – 3:30pm (Monday – Friday) OR present one or more certificates of completion or diploma in electrical or a directly related field from a high school vocational program, community college, trade school, technical college, apprentice program, post–secondary institution, or military equivalent.
• Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
• Must be able to pass a physical agility test.
• 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 at extreme heights.
• Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Skills

• Electrical skills.
• Physical strength and endurance.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of safety protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Weekly paychecks.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Medical benefits including an on-site health center.
• 401K company match.
• Employee discounts.
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

Pay

$59,675.20 to $62,067.20

Schedule

Multiple shifts available.