LABORER (H)

Req ID: 48768

Team: 12 Ship Cleaners

Entity: Ingalls Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: No

Full-Time

Shift: Multiple

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

We're building tomorrow's fleet today

With more than 11,000 employees, HII's Ingalls Shipbuilding division is the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi and a major contributor to the economic growth of Alabama. For nearly 85 years, we've designed, built and maintained amphibious ships, destroyers, and cutters for the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard. The largest supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants, we're simultaneously building four classes of ships and have pioneered the development and production of technologically advanced, highly capable ships for the surface Navy fleet for decades. Think that's cool? Keep reading:

The Role

Dependability. Pride. Service. Become a Laborer.

Are you ready to support the daily operations that keep America's most advanced naval shipyard running at full strength?

As an Ingalls Laborer, you provide essential support that keeps our facilities clean, safe, and mission‑ready. From maintaining work areas to assisting production zones, your efforts ensure that thousands of shipbuilders have the environment they need to build the vessels that protect our nation. Your work keeps "America's Shipyard" moving every single day.

If you're ready to be part of Mississippi's largest private employer, Ingalls Shipbuilding is ready for you.

What You Can Earn

• Starting pay of $28.64 per hour.
• Opportunities for overtime, training, skill development, and long‑term career growth.

What You'll Do

• Must be able to operate pneumatic pumps and equipment used in pumping water, and other fluids out of bilges, tanks, compartments and other confined spaces. Must be able to perform assigned job duties in tanks, in confined spaces at various heights and in various climatic conditions.

Why This Work Matters

Laborers are the foundation of shipyard operations. Your attention to cleanliness, safety, and order helps create an environment where shipbuilders can perform at their best. Every task you complete directly supports the construction and maintenance of the vessels that operate around the world in defense of our country.

What You Bring

• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, and prolonged standing
• Reliability, strong work ethic, and commitment to safety
• Willingness to work in both indoor and outdoor shipyard settings
• A team‑focused mindset and readiness to learn new skills

Must Have

Nice to Have

Shipyard or heavy construction experience. High School diploma or equivalent.

Why HII

We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #1 for Ingalls Shipbuilding.