Portsmouth At Work

10/16/2026

URGENT HIRING OPPORTUNITY!

Mills Marine & Ship Repair, LLC has an immediate hiring need for a short-term job. They are looking for experienced marine insulators to support work at the Coast Guard Station in Portsmouth.

The duration of this job is from 1 to 3 months and will be supporting work on coast guard ships.

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY!

The successful candidate will be paid between $25 and $29 dollars per hour.

It is a great opportunity to network and connect with the hiring managers.

You will gain important work-based learning experience for your resume and future jobs.

They may consider you for other job opportunities.

Great opportunity to make good money for the holidays.

As always, you can contact Portsmouth@work staff to assist you prepare for this position and other opportunities.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION AND MORE...
Please use the link:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=5e9e0a03-6f18-454d-a38f-d5e9b0134793&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&jobId=600379

or go to:
millsmarineshiprepair.com
click careers then apply to 1st class insulator Portsmouth position

To view all other openings please follow this link:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=5e9e0a03-6f18-454d-a38f-d5e9b0134793&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US

or go to millsmarineshiprepair.com click careers

ADDITIONAL TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES!
For additional training opportunities, join our staff, Tidewater Community College Workforce Solutions team, and Portsmouth Redevelopment & Housing Authority Resident Services team on Tuesday, October 20, from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM to enroll in skilled trades, healthcare, Information Technology (IT) classes.

This is going to be our last combined enrollment event before the holidays start.

All approved programs are FREE for Portsmouth residents.

Opportunity for transportation assistance is also available.

10/14/2026

A Lifetime Gift Beyond the Holidays

With the holidays around the corner, Portsmouth@Work, Tidewater Community College (TCC), and Portsmouth Redevelopment & Housing Authority (PRHA) are working together to provide Portsmouth residents a lifetime gift: CREDENTIALS!

On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Tidewater Community College Workforce Solutions team will be at Portsmouth@Work's offices: 200 High Street, Suite 201
Portsmouth, VA 23704 to meet Portsmouth residents, who are interested in becoming trained professionals in many skilled trades, healthcare, and information technology.

Once approved by Portsmouth@Work, TCC staff will enroll you on the spot.

These programs are funded by Portsmouth@Work. They are FREE to you.

To avoid delays caused by the holidays, act now and get enrolled. Give yourself a lifetime gift of self-sufficiency/financial independence.

If transportation is the reason why you postponed the opportunity to pursue your dreams, Portsmouth@Work is working with Portsmouth Redevelopment & Housing Authority (PRHA) to assist you achieve your dream.

Our partner, PRHA Resident Services Manager will be here in person as well to answer your transportation questions and arrange to get you to classes.

RSVP for this 1-DAY event by calling us at 757-393-8832 or emailing [email protected] by Friday.

10/06/2026

Mills Marine & Ship Repairs, LLC, continues to partner with Portsmouth@Work to create great opportunities for Portsmouth residents looking to start careers in Ship Repair industry.

Mills Marine & Ship Repair, LLC is NOW hiring workers to feel important positions in
SKILLED TRADES
• Brush & Roll Painters (1st Class & 2nd Class)
• 1st Class Electrician
• 1st Class Insulator
• Firewatch

PROFESSIONAL & ADMINISTRATIVE
• Payroll Clerk
• Government Contracting Officer (Part-Time)

LEADERSHIP & GROWTH
• Director of Business Development

Again, to apply for these and many more positions, please go to millsmarineshiprepair.com, click on careers and apply for the position you are most interested in. You can also scan the QR CIODE on the flyer to begin your application process.

As always, start your preparation early! Contact Portsmouth@Work to review your employment documents and prepare for the interviews.

At Portsmouth@Work, we have computers available for your career development services, access to Internet, and staff to assist you.
Be sure to provide the following documents:
• VA Driver’s License/ID Card
• Your career-related credentials
See the attached flyer for additional information!

09/24/2026

Portsmouth@Work and Tidewater Community College Workforce Solutions are working together again to assist Portsmouth residents become job-ready.

Bring your curiosity and leave...
• Better informed!
• Able to choose a life-changing career path!
• Approved for FREE training funding leading to industry certifications and transferable credentials!

ALL PAID FOR BY PORTSMOUTH@WORK!

TCC Workforce Solutions offers training programs in leading industries and occupations in Skilled Trades, Healthcare, Information Technology, and Transportation, Distribution and Logistics, and many more.

RSVP Immediately at 757.393.8832 and/or email us using [email protected]

Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Time: 10AM until 1PM
Location: 3303 Airline Blvd., Portsmouth VA 23701

Click on the link below for directions
https://www.tcc.edu/come-to-tcc/portsmouth-campus/skilled-trades-academy/ #

09/21/2026

Mills Marine & Ship Repairs, LLC, is now hiring for the following positions:
• Marine Insulator / Lagger
• Deck Electrician
• Marine Painter First Class and Second Class
• Firewatch

To apply for these and many more positions, please go to millsmarineshiprepair.com, click on careers and apply for the position you are most interested in.

As always, start your preparation early! Contact Portsmouth@Work to review your employment documents and prepare for the interviews.

At Portsmouth@Work, we have computers available for your career development services, access to Internet, and staff to assist you.

Be sure to provide the following documents:
• VA Driver’s License/ID Card
• Your career-related credentials

See the attached flyer for additional information!

08/29/2026

Another great opportunity for Portsmouth residents to join a wonderful organization as team members. Take your skills to one of the BEST employers in the Hampton Roads area for many years. Start your career with good paying jobs in the shipbuilding-ship repairs industry.

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is hosting its next Job Fair Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Chesapeake Conference Center. There will be representatives on site hiring experienced individuals for key priority positions. Please note: this job fair is for external hires only.

To register, visit the NNSY People Experience Team Linktree at https://linktr.ee/NNSY_PE and click on the links associated with the opportunities you're interested in applying for. Pre-registration is highly encouraged.

All attendees must bring a VALID government-issued ID and are asked to bring multiple copies of your 1-2 page resume (any resumes longer than 2 pages will not be accepted). For questions, please contact [email protected].



If you need help preparing/updating your resume and brushing up your interviewing skills for this Job Fair, please call Portsmouth@Work staff for appointment at 757-393-8832.

Norfolk Naval Shipyard's People Experience (PE) is the strategic talent acquisition team focusing on sourcing quality candidates for America's Shipyard.

08/20/2026

Tidewater Community College (TCC) Workforce Solutions is hosting a CAREER FAIR on August 27, 2026, from 3 pm until 7:00 pm.

This event will take place the state-of-the-art SKILLED TRADES ACADEMY on 3303 Airline Blvd., Portsmouth, VA 23701.

As always, we encourage you to start your preparation early! If you need a new resume, to review and update existing resume, or simply brush up your interview skills, contact Portsmouth@Work staff, who are always ready to serve Portsmouth residents.

At this career fair, you will get the opportunity to meet employers and professionals already in high-paying occupations across many skilled trades industries.

08/18/2026

The City of Portsmouth, VA's Department of Social Services Employment Services Program will be hosting a job fair on October 14, 2026, from10:00 am to 2:30 pm. Opportunities will be available for ALL experience levels.

Start your preparation early! Contact Portsmouth@Work to review your employment documents and prepare for "on-the-spot" interviews with participating employers.

The Employers are ready to hire!

08/06/2026

Hardworking and multitalented!

Meet Ciara, an honors and vocal student, who at her young age, already has opera and theatrical credits. Ciara is showing all of us that working hard is rewarding. Just find your purpose and follow it!

08/06/2026

Portsmouth Redevelopment and Housing Authority scholarship honorees and guests were entertained by Primas Paige Jr.

Primas is a student-athlete, an honor student, a volunteer with dual enrollment at TCC and the Governor's School for the Arts.

Show your support for this young and talented performer.