Trades Assistant - 29528

Job Description

HII - Mission Technologies has an opportunity available for a Trades Assistant who will provide hands-on support to machinists and mechanical technicians within the shop environment. This role is designed as an entry-level pathway into machine operations and mechanical technical positions.

Under close supervision, the Trades Assistant performs basic tasks to support production flow, part preparation, and equipment upkeep. The position requires daily onsite attendance and is located in Panama City, Florida.

• Perform deburring of metal components and basic surface finishing tasks.
• Safely transport parts and materials to and from cleaning stations, work areas, and storage locations.
• Afford support machinists by preparing workspaces, organizing tools, and staging materials.
• Support general shop housekeeping and equipment maintenance tasks as directed.
• Learn and follow standard operating procedures, safety guidelines, and quality requirements.
• Demonstrate readiness to learn machine operation skills leading toward advancement into machinist-level roles.

Minimum Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent and 0 years experience.
• Ability to lift and move materials safely (weights typically 25–50 lbs).
• Strong interest in mechanical trades, machining, or hands-on shop work.
• Willingness to learn machining processes and progress toward higher-level technical roles.

Preferred Requirements

• Basic understanding of hand tools and shop safety.

Physical Requirements

• May require working in an industrial or shop environment.
• Normally not required to lift more than 40 pounds higher than three feet above feet/floor level.
• May encounter extremes of temperature, pollution, humidity, noise, and other environmental factors while collecting data, observing performance of task teams.

Pay

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Benefits

• Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices.
• Wellness resources.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Savings Plan Options (401(k)).
• Financial planning tools, life insurance.
• Employee discounts.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants 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.