Hutco

Marine Workforce Solutions

Hutco specializes in marine staffing, employing skilled craftsmen to support the nation’s leading shipbuilders since 1986.

Hutco has been placing skilled marine craftsmen into contract jobs since 1986. We are experts in marine staffing, and we understand our employee and customer needs inside and out. 

Whether you need to find a job or build your team, rely on Hutco to customize a marine staffing solution for you.

More Than a Temp Agency for Skilled Trades

Our Company Mission

At Hutco, our mission is to revitalize the shipbuilding industry by growing our community of craftsmen, enriching their careers, and fulfilling our customers’ staffing needs in a safe and timely manner.

Our Core Values

  • Family Oriented
  • Experienced in What We Do
  • Relationships Matter to Us
  • Safety Focused
  • Respect for Others

Relationships are central to everything we do at Hutco. When you partner with us for workforce solutions or your next career move, you’re gaining a true partner.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be the leading provider of marine staffing to commercial and government shipbuilders nationwide.
May 14, 2025  
Hutco, Inc. Position: Inside Machinist (Large Machine Operator) Location: Newport News, VA Branch: Portsmouth Pay Rate: $37.50 And $120.00 per-diem for those who qualify Description: Hutco, Inc. is seeking experienced Inside Machinists (Large Machine Operators) that have worked in a high mix low volume type of environment where complex setups on large CNC machines are accomplished. This position involves Machining large parts such as weldments, and castings where the material is inconsistent in size and shape and decision making on the machinists’ part is required with a strong background in blueprint reading/interpretation and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.  The perfect candidate would be one with a minimum 4 year apprenticeship in the trade or comparable technical school training, who learned the trade on manual machines in a job shop environment, and transitioned to enclosed CNC equipment, before becoming a large CNC horizontal...
Hutco Skilled Trades
May 14, 2025  
HUTCO, INC. Position:   Sheet Metal Worker Job Location:  Newport News, VA Shift:  Variable, 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM, Sunday - Saturday   Rate of Pay : $27.31 an $ 120 per-diem DESCRIPTION Hutco, Inc. is currently seeking experienced  Sheet Metal Workers  to join our team in Newport News, Virginia. This role involves the installation of foundations, ventilation, bulkheads, shipboard furniture, and general sheet metal fabrication. Candidates with marine experience are preferred; however, experience in aircraft, industrial, or commercial sheet metal work is also acceptable. REQUIREMENTS Experience & Skills : Blueprint Reading : Ability to read and interpret complex ventilation assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches, including weld symbols, material types, and datum/reference lines. Measurement Proficiency : Competency in understanding fractional and decimal dimensions with a ruler. Fabrication & Assembly :...
Hutco Skilled Trades
May 14, 2025  
  HUTCO, INC. Position:  Pipefitters   Job Location:  Newport News, VA Shift:  Variable, 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM, Sunday - Saturday Rate of Pay:   $29.50 per hour (Per diem available for those who qualify)   DESCRIPTION: Hutco, Inc. is seeking experienced  Pipefitters  with three or more years of experience in the marine, commercial nuclear, or petrochemical industry. Pipefitters will be responsible for fitting carbon steel, CRES, and copper-nickel piping in demanding environments such as shipboard and sub-assemblies. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS: Piping Drawings : Ability to read and interpret ship piping drawings. Piping Materials : Experience fitting carbon steel, CRES, and copper-nickel piping. End Prep : Ability to end prep piping by hand and/or using Wach or Portsmouth machines. Pipe Hangers : Knowledge of installing pipe hangers. Ruler Use : Proficient in using a ruler for measurements in inches and...
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May 08, 2025  
Position:             1st Class Welder Fitter Combo Job Location:     Paducah, Ky Rate of Pay:        $24.00 per hour and $130.00 per diem daily for those who qualify.   DESCRIPTION: Currently seeking 1st Class Welder/Fitter Combo to work in Paducah, Kentucky.  To be considered for this Welder opportunity, you must have at least 2 years of experience.   REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to pass hands-on certification tests. Must pass drug test and E-Verify. Personal Protective Equipment: ·         Hard Hat, Steel Toe Safety Boots, Safety Glasses, Gloves Must be able to pass a stick welding test using 6010 5/32 welding rod   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Must have knowledge of equipment, work processes, and techniques used for this role including the ability to perform all functions of the position in conformity with applicable regulations and generally observed safety practices. Enter and move through manholes to reach and work in internally...
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May 08, 2025  
osition: 1st class Outside Machinist Job Location: Pascagoula, MS Hutco Branch: Moss Point, MS Rate of Pay: $40.00 per hour and $147.00 per-diem for those who qualify Description: Installs, aligns, and repairs ship machinery such as propelling machinery, auxiliary motors, pumps, ventilating equipment, steering gear, laundry and galley equipment, working from blueprints and using hand tools, calipers, and micrometers, lays out passage holes on bulkheads, decks, and other surfaces for connection such as shafting and steam lines. Align reduction gears, bearing, shafting, propellers, and rudder and steering engine assemblies. Requirements: Minimum of 4 or more years experience as an outside machinist. Prior shipyard 4 years or more of shipyard experience as an outside machinist Must be able to pass drug screen (HFT) and background check. Benefits: A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care. Available plans...
Hutco Skilled Trades
May 08, 2025  
Position:           Pipe Fitter 1st Job Location:   Pascagoula, MS Hutco Branch:  Moss Point, MS Rate of Pay:     Range of $38.00 per hour and $147.00  Per Diem for those who qualify   Description: Pipefitters are responsible for fitting pipe consisting of various materials such as steel, galvanized, copper, copper-nickel and stainless along with the appropriate valves and fitting utilizing various tools and equipment in accordance with drawing, arrangements and blueprints. Requirements: Minimum 2 to 4 years verifiable marine or industrial pipefitting experience Must know Ship terminology Basic math, reading and comprehension skills Must be able to read marine blueprints and work standard and metric specifications Ability to layout, fabricate, fit, and install pipe Must be able to burn and bevel carbon steel pipe with hand torch Testing will consist of written comprehensive exam and hands-on testing to include: from a...
Hutco Skilled Trades
May 08, 2025  
Position:             Pipe Welder Job Location:     Pascagoula, MS Hutco Branch:   Moss Point, MS Rate of Pay:       $36.00  per hour and $147 per diem for those who qualify   Description:  Pipe Welders are responsible for preforming pipe welding procedures on Stainless Steel and Copper-Nickel pipe using the TIG welding process.   Requirements: Minimum 4 years of experience as Pipe Welder Must have GTAW (TIG) and SMAW (STICK) experience Must be able to pass X-Ray welding test on stainless steel and copper nickel in the 6G position (restricted) Pipe Welding test is given in a restricted position (6G) on a 5” schedule 80 carbon steel pipe. GTAW (TIG) process is used to weld the root pass and an 11018 electrode is used to weld the fill portion and cap. This is for X-ray quality. Must pass drug test (HFT) and E-Verify Must be able to work all shifts Must be able to work in confined spaces, ascend and work...
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May 08, 2025  
Position: 1st class Pipe Insulator Job Location: Pascagoula, MS Hutco Branch: Moss Point, MS Rate of Pay: $34.00 per hour and $147.00 per-diem for those who qualify Description: The candidate will remove, repair and install various types of pipe insulation, including fiberglass, calcium silicate and rubalex from piping systems, ventilation systems and various components and structures throughout the ship.  Requirements: Must have 3 years of pipe insulation experience in an industrial, marine, shipbuilding, or petro-chemical environment with experience installing rubber insulation Must be able to work assigned shift as production needs. Must have the ability to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to crawl, bend, squat and stand 8 hours per day. Must be able to work in various work environments. Must be able to pass a drug screen (HFT) and background check  Benefits: A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care....
Hutco Skilled Trades
May 08, 2025  
Position: 1st class Painter/Blaster Job Location: Pascagoula, MS Hutco Branch: Moss Point, MS Rate of Pay: $34.00 per hour and $147 per-diem for those who qualify Description: Painters have the responsibility to perform blasting and painting utilizing marine coating to specified contract requirements. Understanding of blasting and painting specifications, including but not limited to blast profiles, milage requirements, ect. Perform blasting and painting applications as directed by supervision. Testing will consist of the ability to hook airlines to the manifold and spray horizontal, vertical and side to side.  Requirements: Minimum 3 years experience as a blaster/painter Must be able to perform all blast requirements and functions utilizing all applications. Must be able to identify and correct blast and paint deficiencies as required by the contract specifications. Must be able to sand blast and demonstrate how to utilize each part of the blast equipment....
Hutco Skilled Trades
May 08, 2025  
Position: 1st class Joiner Job Location: Pascagoula, MS Hutco Branch: Moss Point, MS Rate of Pay: $38.00 per hour and $147.04 daily per-diem for those who qualify Description: Joiners are responsible for fabricating, assemble, install and repair bulkheads, wood and metal articles, interior wood finishes, cabin accessories, wood and metal deck structures. Responsible for the proper mounting of furniture, racks and bins, partition bulkheads, decorative ceilings, and false decks, as well as other outfitting items. Requirements: Minimum of 3 years experience as a joiner or related craft experience in shipfitting, carpentry or sheetmetal. Must be able to pass the Tacker Certification test. Must be able to work any shift. Must be able to pass a drug screen (HFT) and background check. Benefits: A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco, Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care Available Plans Include: Medical/Prescription Dental Coverage Vision...
Hutco Skilled Trades
May 08, 2025  
Position: 1st class Electrician Job Location: Pascagoula, MS Hutco Branch: Moss Point, MS Rate of Pay: $40.00 per hour and $147.04 per-diem for those who qualify. Description: Electricians are responsible for the layout, installation, and repair of shipboard cables, lighting, and electronic equipment, as well as the ships power. Electricians utilize an assortment of hand and power tools, a variety of test equipment along with a working knowledge of blue prints, drawings, and schematics.  Requirements: Minimum of 4 years of electrical experience in the commercial, industrial of marine electrical field High School diploma or equivalent Must have 1 year of shipboard experience in sonar, radar, power, internal communication, navigation, etc.  Must be able to read marine blue prints  Must be able to work from standard and metric specifications Must have wiring hook up and fiber optics experience.  Must be able to work any shift. Must be able to pass a drug...
Hutco Skilled Trades