Outside Machinist

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
• Adhere to all technical, quality, and safety standards per OSHA and shipyard regulations.

Required Qualifications

• 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

Reporting Structure

• Reports To: Assigned Shop Foreman or Project Supervisor
• Works With: Planning, QA, Safety, and Production Teams
• Supervision Level: Independent task management expected after onboarding

Benefits

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
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Benefit

Hutco, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Contact Hutco Today!

Apply online or contact us directly for more details.

Contact:
Hutco, Inc. – Portsmouth Branch
  Phone: (757) 223-7680
  Email: nnrecruiter@hutcoinc.com