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      • All Services
      • Slicer Blades and Saw Maintenance
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 Program by Tidewater Scale & Butcher Supplies, Inc.

Transition into a Civilian Career with Hands-On Training in Industrial Equipment & Food Processing Solutions

What is DoD SkillBridge?

The DoD SkillBridge Program connects transitioning service members with civilian career training opportunities during their final days of active duty. Tidewater Scale & Butcher Supplies, Inc., a small friends & family-oriented business, is an approved SkillBridge provider offering hands-on, real-world training in industrial equipment maintenance, food processing technology, and sales solutions. As a local Hampton Roads small business, we’re rooted in community and care about our people—bringing you a personal touch you won’t find at big corporations.

​Why Choose Tidewater Scale & Butcher Supplies?

For over 50 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in food processing equipment, weighing solutions, and industrial maintenance. Unlike large corporations where you might feel like just a number, we’re a small business with a tight-knit culture that values every individual. We know transitioning to civilian work can be tough--research shows 43% of veterans leave their first job within a year, and 80% within two years, often due to mismatched skills or limited growth opportunities (Korn Ferry, 2021).

​At Tidewater Scale, we’re different. Through our SkillBridge program, we’re committed to more than just training - we’re building a supportive home where you’re part of the team for the long run, with real opportunities to grow and stay. 

Here’s what you’ll gain:  
  • Hands-on training with industrial-scale equipment  
  • Real-world experience in maintenance, calibration, and sales  
  • Exposure to a multi-industry field (grocery stores, delis, restaurants, seafood processors, butcher shops)  
  • Structured mentorship from industry professionals  
  • Pathways to full-time employment with a team invested in your success
Work alongside our small team of 11 dedicated professionals who many have built this business from the ground up for decades. 

Who Can Apply?

The Tidewater Scale & Butcher Supplies SkillBridge Program is for:
  1. Active-Duty Service Members within 60-180 days of separation (Currently advertised to the U.S. Navy)
  2. Have received Command approval before applying.
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Best suited for...

Electricians
Electronics Technicians
Maintenance Personnel
including:
  • ​Navy
    • ​ET (Electronics Technician)
    • EM (Electrician’s Mate)
    • HT (Hull Technician)
    • MM (Machinist’s Mate)
    • MR (Machinery Repairman)​

  • Marine Corps 
    • 1142 (Engineer Equipment Electrical Systems Technician)
    • 1161 (Refrigeration and A/C Technician)
    • 1341 (Engineer Equipment Mechanic)
    • 1342 (Small Craft Mechanic)
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  • Coast Guard 
    • EM (Electrician’s Mate)
    • ET (Electronics Technician)
    • MK (Machinery Technician)
  • Army
    • ​91G (Fire Control Repairer)
    • 91C (Utilities Equipment Repairer)
    • 91D (Power Generation Equipment Repairer)
    • 91X (Maintenance Supervisor)
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  • Air Force 
    • 2A6X6 (Aircraft Electrical & Environmental Systems)
    • 2M0X1 (Missile Maintenance)
    • 3E0X2 (Electrical Systems)
    • 3E4X1 (Water & Fuel Systems Maintenance)
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  • Space Force
    • 1C6X1 (Space Systems Operations)
    • 2M0X1 (Missile & Space Systems Maintenance)
    • 3E0X2 (Electrical Systems)
    • 3E4X1 (Water & Fuel Systems Maintenance)

Ideal for service members with backgrounds in:

  • Electrical & Electronic Equipment Maintenance
  • Industrial Machinery & Systems Repair
  • Calibration & Troubleshooting of Technical Systems
  • Power Distribution, Wiring, and Circuitry
  • Equipment Installation & Field Service Operations
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NOTE: No prior experience in food processing or weighing systems is required—​we provide full training, personalized to you!

Contact Us for More Info

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 757-215-5378
Visit the official DoD SkillBridge site: https://skillbridge.osd.mil

Jumpstart your civilian career today with Tidewater Scale & Butcher Supplies—a small business where we are there for each other.

Office Hours:

Monday - Thursday
7:00 am - 5:00pm

Friday
7:00am - 11:00am
*We are available 24/7 for emergency calls!

Contact Info:

Phone: 
(757) 622-3195

Email:  
​[email protected]
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