General Dynamics Electric Boat

Carpenter - Skilled

5 days ago

PayCompetitive
LocationGroton/Connecticut
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 14752

      Overview

      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.

      Interested in learning a new trade?

      Apply to the Semi-Skilled req today! As long as you are eager and willing to learn, we will provide training to teach you how to excel as a Carpenter!

      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 $27.57 - $38.41

      Qualifications

      Required:

      • High school diploma or GED or 2+ years of related technical experience
      • 5+ years carpentry-related experience
      • Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance
      • Must be available for all shifts

      Preferred:

      • Vocational, Technical Colleges, Apprentice programs, Military, shipbuilding, manufacturing and automotive experience preferred.

      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
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