Lead Bonder Skilled

General Dynamics Electric BoatGroton, CT
$33 - $43Onsite

About The Position

Electric Boat is seeking individuals to join their Lead Bonder Department. This role involves working with lead and other metals to interpret construction drawings, perform layout, cutting, assembly, and installation of lead panels. Responsibilities include caulking lead panels into place using pneumatic tools, and individuals must be capable of becoming and maintaining qualification as a radiation worker. The job requires lifting up to 40 lbs, showering and changing clothes on-site after lead working tasks, and developing knowledge of structural fit-up, weld symbols, burning, and grinding operations. Work will be performed using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, and shipyard procedures.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED OR 2+ years of relevant technical experience
  • 5+ years of experience relevant to this job description
  • Must be able to work all shifts and in all environments as well as Radiological areas of the boat
  • Possess own basic hand tools

Nice To Haves

  • Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
  • Previous metal fabrication experience
  • Military shipbuilding, manufacturing and automotive industry experience

Responsibilities

  • Interpret construction drawings with basic mathematical ability.
  • Perform layout, cutting, assembly, and installation of lead panels inside of lead bays.
  • Caulk lead panels into place using a pneumatic process.
  • Be a designated lead worker/heavy metal employee, including yearly physicals and blood work.
  • Become and maintain qualification as a radiation worker.
  • Lift up to 40 lbs to support installation and manufacturing tasks.
  • Shower and change into non-contaminated clothes on-site after lead working tasks.
  • Develop a working knowledge of structural fit-up/weld symbols, burning and grinding operations.
  • Accomplish work assignments using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, and shipyard procedures.
  • Willing to accept road job assignments.
  • Follow all safety procedures, lead compliance plan, and technical work documents.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401K Plan
  • Paid Vacation and holidays
  • Shift Premium
  • Health and Wellness Programs including Onsite Wellness Facility, Pharmacy and Physical Therapy
  • Commuter/Van Services
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
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