Carpenter-Stagebuilder

General Dynamics Electric Boat•North Kingstown, RI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for a new career and new challenges? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that offers both paid training and room to grow? If yes, then apply today for the position of Carpenter/Stagebuilder at Electric Boat where you will assist in building the most advanced and sophisticated submarines in the world! What we offer : Paid Training Medical, Dental, Vision 401K plan with up to 6% employer match Paid Vacation and Holidays Shift Premium Health and Wellness Programs Commuter/Van Services/Ripta Tuition Reimbursement Programs Safety Boot Reimbursement Program Growth Opportunities Stagebuilder duties include but are not limited to: Stage builders are competently trained personnel that construct/dismantle scaffolding in accordance with OSHA and Electric Boat policies/procedures to provide safe trade access during various phases of construction. These tasks are frequently performed by teams of two or more stage builders that utilize various pneumatic and electric tools, forklifts, aerial lifts, telehandlers and overhead cranes. Must qualify to wear fall protection while working at heights greater than five feet Must be able to lift and handle steel scaffolding, various types of lumber including planks and plywood Must possess basic math skills and perform layouts with measuring tools Must qualify to operate forklifts, overhead cranes and aerial lifts Must be able to work in a collaborative team environment and or work independently Must be able to follow directions from supervision and meet daily goals This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years of relevant technical experience
Valid drivers license
Available to work all shifts
Ability to complete the QP safety harness training and wear a QP provided safety harness
Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme
Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Nice To Haves

Experience or training in one or more of the following: Carpentry or stage building or construction
Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes and aerial lifts
Experience with fall protection
Scaffolding experience and familiarity with Universal Scaffolding
Experience working in the construction industry, a manufacturing environment or related trade training
Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
Military/Navy related experience
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals

Responsibilities

Construct/dismantle scaffolding in accordance with OSHA and Electric Boat policies/procedures
Utilize various pneumatic and electric tools, forklifts, aerial lifts, telehandlers and overhead cranes
Wear fall protection while working at heights greater than five feet
Lift and handle steel scaffolding, various types of lumber including planks and plywood
Possess basic math skills and perform layouts with measuring tools
Operate forklifts, overhead cranes and aerial lifts
Work in a collaborative team environment and or work independently
Follow directions from supervision and meet daily goals