General Dynamics Electric Boat

Carpenter - Entry Level & Semi-Skilled

General Dynamics Electric Boat  •  Groton, CT (Onsite)  •  11 days ago
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Job Description

Electric Boat is the premier designer and builder of nuclear powered submarines for the US Navy and we are experiencing a period of unprecedented growth! We are looking for people who want to learn and grow within our Carpentry Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.

Job Responsibilities:

Carpenters are responsible for:

  • Carpenters install thermal and acoustic insulation, manufacture and install keel blocks, install lead, damping materials, deck tile throughout many compartments and spaces on the submarine and provide linesman services for the shipyard
  • They construct staging, establish and layout ship's reference points and support the moving and launching of the submarine.
  • Work conditions may include elevated platforms and confined spaces.
  • Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools.
  • Carpenters use blueprints, layout, and measurement skills to perform many jobs in submarine construction.
  • They must be able to safely use a variety of pneumatic and electrical power tools necessary to cut, modify, and install materials.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401K Plan
  • Paid Vacation and holidays
  • Shift Premium
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Commuter/Van Services
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
  • Hourly Rates from $23.12 - $28.70

Qualifications

Required:

  • High school diploma or GED or 2+ years technical experience
  • 0-5 years of relevant experience
  • Must be available for all shifts
  • Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance

Preferred:

  • 6 months of relevant experience
  • Vocational, Technical Colleges, Apprentice programs, Military, shipbuilding, manufacturing and automotive experience

Skills

  • Must be able to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, diagrams, and perform basic layout functions.
  • Willing to take road jobs and the ability to work all shifts.

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet

General Dynamics Electric Boat

About General Dynamics Electric Boat

General Dynamics Electric Boat is a business unit of General Dynamics with headquarters in Groton, CT. The world’s first and finest submarine builder, Electric Boat was established in 1899 to complete the U.S. Navy’s first modern commissioned submarine, USS Holland. Designed and built by Electric Boat, USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear-powered submarine, was launched in 1954. Electric Boat has designed and delivered 17 of the U.S. Navy’s 20 classes of nuclear submarines. Now in its second centennial of submarine building, EB is the design yard and prime contractor for the Virginia-class submarine program, currently in production. EB is also designing and developing the Columbia-class ballistic-missile submarine which will replace the current Ohio class beginning in 2027.

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Groton, Connecticut
Year Founded
1899
Website
gdeb.com
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