Join Howmet Aerospace as an Industrial Equipment Maintenance Specialist

Make a measurable impact where precision matters. Our Hampton, VA IGT facility powers flight and energy by producing complex parts from superalloys, aluminum, and titanium. Your multi-discipline maintenance expertise will keep our operations safe, stable, and efficient.

Why This Role Matters

• Reliability: Own preventive and corrective maintenance that protects throughput and quality.
• Safety: Model safe work practices while working with high voltage, heights, cranes, forklifts, welding, and rigging.
• Technical Depth: Blend electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills to solve diverse challenges.
• Collaboration: Partner with maintenance and production leaders and machine operators to minimize downtime.

Your Core Responsibilities

• Preventive care for motors, conveyors, pneumatics, and production equipment using diagrams, manuals, and specs.
• Troubleshoot 480Vac power and 120Vac controls; measure voltage, current, resistance, and capacitance.
• Dismantle, repair, and reassemble equipment using cranes/hoists and hand/power tools; inspect parts for wear and finish.
• Align and adjust components with precision tools (levels, straightedges, plumb bobs); read basic blueprints for installs.
• Install conduit and field wiring; connect power and controls between machines and equipment.
• Diagnose and replace faulty electrical components (transformers, motors, lighting, relays, switches, sensors, PCBs); rewire motors and replace bearings.
• Layout and install building wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus.
• Repair, replace, and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components; assemble/maintain pipe systems; service gauges, valves, and regulators.
• Weld and torch-cut metal; rig equipment for installation or relocation.
• Fabricate parts using machine shop equipment; manage inventories; order and verify parts and supplies.
• Prepare clear maintenance reports; analyze trends; ensure orderly shift-to-shift communication.
• Maintain a clean, compliant work area; contribute to team results.
• Operate an industrial forklift; work at heights up to 50 ft; bring required personal hand tools.
• Continue learning via workshops, technical publications, and professional networks.

What You Bring

• Resume included with application.
• High school diploma/GED.
• Certification completed in mechanical, electrical, or multi-craft apprenticeship.
• 5–7 years of industrial electro-mechanical maintenance experience.
• Proficiency with pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical systems, water systems, PLC interfaces, welding, or analytical troubleshooting.
• Ability to support all shifts; overtime and weekend availability as business needs change.
• Mobile equipment training/certification.
• Communication: read technical/safety documentation, write reports/correspondence, and speak effectively to groups.
• Math and reasoning: apply percentages, proportions, geometry, algebra, and shop math; solve practical problems with limited standardization; interpret written, oral, diagram, and schedule instructions.

Schedules, Pay, and Training

• Openings on 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 3:00 pm–11:00 pm) and 3rd shift (Mon–Fri, 11:00 pm–7:00 am).
• Training on 1st shift (Mon–Fri, 7:00 am–3:00 pm).
• Starting rate: $41.70/hour plus $1.00/hour off-shift premium.

Where You’ll Work

Hampton, Virginia — Howmet Aerospace, Industrial Gas Turbine (IGT) group.

Other Important Notes

• Role may require access to export‑controlled items; employment is contingent on lawful eligibility for such access.
• By applying and sharing your mobile number, you consent to an initial text from Howmet. Message/data rates may apply; frequency varies; opt out available upon receipt.

Compliance

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About Howmet Aerospace

We’re a global leader in investment casting for aerospace and industrial gas turbine markets. Learn more at www.howmet.com.