Entry Level Trades Opportunities - General Dynamics Electric Boat
North Kingstown, RI
About the Job
Overview
Do you enjoy working with your hands? Are you looking for a new career with paid training and growth opportunities?
Apply for this position with Electric Boat, at our Quonset Point location in North Kingstown, RI today! No experience necessary. We will train you to join our dedicated team building the most advanced and sophisticated submarines in the world!
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K Plan
- Paid Vacation, Paid Sick & Holidays
- 7% Shift Premium
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Commuter/Van Services
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
- Minimum starting Hourly Rate $20.00
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 with the company as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.
All entry level candidates will be placed in one of the following trades based on business needs at time of hire.
*Outside Machinist*
- Works on the submarine doing assembly and shipboard mechanical work that takes place in the shipyard.
*Pipefitter*
- Installs, assembles, fabricates, maintains, and repairs mechanical piping systems that carry liquids and gases under varying pressures
*Outside Electrician*
- Responsible for the electrical wiring of the machines and related equipment supporting many miles of cable in the submarines
*Painter and Sound Dampener
- Preserves the hull and components by sealing the submarines with chemicals and paints to prevent corrosion and protect against the accumulation of marine life
- Laying out & shooting studs, gluing & installing tiles & anti-sweat hardboard
*Shipfitter*
- Responsible for laying out, fabricating and installing metal structural parts, such as plates, bulkheads, frames, foundations, etc. Align and tracks welds structural parts
*Welder*
- Responsible for fusing materials together with a wide range of welding processes
*Sheetmetal*
- Responsible for laying out, fabrication, assembly, and installation of all light gage metalwork which includes air-conditioned ductwork, lockers, cabinets, prefabricated bulkheads, doors and furniture
Paid training will be provided.
This position is located at the North Kingstown, RI location.
Qualifications
Required:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- US citizen
- At least 18 years old(within the next six months to apply)
- Must be able to train and work on all shifts
Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces and in extreme temperature conditions as required
Preferred:
- Vocational, Technical School
- Construction or manufacturing experience
Skills
- Ability to work successfully in a production/construction environment
- Applicant will be required to work in a collaborative and team environment
- Ability to communicate effectively with supervision & peers