Entry-Level Shipyard Laborer

About the role

Are you looking to get into the Shipyard industry? Serco is looking for Shipyard Laborers to join a high-profile and challenging project supporting the US Navy. Shipyard Laborers will be on a dynamic team, supporting our C5ISR system installations. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our Sailors.

Responsibilities

• Perform general manual labor including loading, unloading, lifting and moving supplies and materials.
• Work as a fire watch and welder’s helper as needed.
• Install electric cable when required.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• The ability to obtain and gain access to shipyards (NAVSTA & DBIDS), undergo a background investigation, and pass a drug screening.
• The ability to work second shift and willing to work more than 40 hours per week.
• The ability to travel up to 10% to different shipyards in Norfolk and/or Chesapeake.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Ability to work second shift and willing to work more than 40 hours per week.
• Ability to travel up to 10% to different shipyards in Norfolk and/or Chesapeake.

Skills

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• General manual labor skills.
• Fire watch and welder’s helper experience.
• Basic electrical installation skills.

Benefits

Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Pay

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com.

Schedule

This position will be based in the Norfolk, VA and Newport News, VA area. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

Where to Apply

If you are interested in supporting and working with our team across the globe on a passionate, talented, and diverse Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!