Top 8 Entry level machinist Jobs in Chesapeake, Va

Outside Machinist
Aerotek —Newport News, VA
- $17 - $28 an hour
- Temporary
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Fair chance
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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Machinist III - Tec Fab
Tecnico —Chesapeake, VA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Trade school
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Machinist A (Manual)
L3Harris Technologies —Norfolk, VA
- $38,240 - $52,720 a year
- Monday to Friday
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
- Math
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
OUTSIDE MACHINIST TRAINEE OR CERTIFIED - FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES - SIGN
HII —Newport News, VA
- $59,675.20 - $62,067.20 a year
- Overtime
- High school
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
CNC Operator
IMIA, LLC —Portsmouth, VA
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
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IGT Product Machinist
Howmet Aerospace —Hampton, VA
- $24.52 - $27.25 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
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3rd Class Inside Machinist - Steel America (Job ID: 1403)
Colonna's Shipyard, Inc. —Norfolk, VA
- $21.60 - $27.32 an hour
- Forklift
- Travel
- 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Marine Outside Machinist
Structural Mechanical Systems —Portsmouth, VA
- Overtime
- Mechanic experience
- Military
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Outside Machinist

Aerotek -
Newport News, VA

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Job Details

Temporary | Temp-to-hire
$17 - $28 an hour
4 days ago

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance

Qualifications

Mechanical valves
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Cooling system parts
Replacing parts
Leak testing
Water transportation equipment maintenance
Maintenance work
Mid-level
Ventilation system maintenance
Mechanical drawings
Corrosion management
Team training
System testing
Mentoring
Pressure testing equipment
Water systems
Corrosion control
1 year
Piping system maintenance

Full Job Description

Shipyard Outside Machinist

Aerotek is looking for Outside Machinists for the Newport News shipyard with 1-3 years of experience. Pay is based off years of exprience.

What You’ll Do

Install, repair, and test mechanical systems on naval vessels
Support major shipyard projects within the Refueling Complex Overhaul (RCOH) program
Read and interpret mechanical drawings for chill water, ventilation, and steam systems
Perform system inspections and testing, including flange/fitting checks and hydrostatic testing
Identify, assess, and repair corrosion on shipboard piping and mechanical components
Replace or repair flow regulators, solenoids, temperature‑regulating valves, and isolation valves
Troubleshoot and repair ventilation systems, including cooling coils, heaters, and duct components
Work closely with mechanics and engineers to complete shipboard repairs
Mentor and train coworkers and customers on proper repair and testing procedures

What Makes This Role Great

Steady, long‑term shipyard work with consistent hours
Opportunities to grow into a machinist, inspector, or lead roles
Hands‑on mechanical work on large, complex systems
Training provided for specialized shipyard procedures and testing
Work that directly supports mission‑critical naval operations

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newport News, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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