Shipfitter - Skilled

Job DescriptionOverviewElectric 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 Shipfitting Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.With more than a century of experience, Electric Boat has established standards of excellence in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the US Navy while maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. Working with various metals, a Shipfitter is required to interpret construction drawings with basic mathematic ability. Job tasks include layout, fabrication, assembly and installation of foundations, structures, components and deck packages. Individuals need to develop a working knowledge of structural weld joint fit-up/weld symbols, burning and grinding operations. Work assignments will be accomplished using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, and shipyard procedures. Work conditions may include entry in restricted/confined spaces.Benefits:\nMedical, Dental, Vision\n401K Plan\nPaid Vacation and holidays\nShift Premium\nHealth and Wellness Programs including Onsite Wellness Facility, Pharmacy, and Physical Therapy\nCommuter/Van Services\nTuition Reimbursement Program\nSafety Boot Reimbursement Program\nHourly Rates from $33.19 - $43.20\nQualificationsRequired:\nHigh school diploma/GED or 2+ years of related technical experience\n5+ years of shipfitting related experience\nMust be available to train and work on any shift\n\nPreferred:\nAdditional preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs\nSuccessful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative training program\nKnowledge in fitting, fairing and shaping steel pieces, hull sections, bulkheads and equipment foundations\nAbility to interpret structural drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams\nSkills\nMust be able to work all shifts and in all environments as well as Radiological areas of the boat\nWilling to accept road job assignments\nIndividuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools\nMust be able to obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance\nPhysical QualificationsClimbing, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingEnvironmental AttributesAcids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet