Lead Bonder Skilled

General Dynamics Electric BoatGroton, CT
Onsite

About The Position

Electric Boat is seeking individuals to join their Lead Bonder Department as they design and build nuclear-powered submarines. This role involves working with lead and other metals, interpreting construction drawings, and performing tasks such as layout, cutting, assembly, and installation of lead panels. The job requires caulking lead panels into place using a pneumatic process. Designated lead workers/heavy metal employees must undergo yearly physicals and blood work, and be capable of becoming and maintaining qualification as a radiation worker. Individuals will be required to lift up to 40 lbs. Showering and changing into non-contaminated clothes on-site are mandatory for lead working tasks. The role also requires developing a working knowledge of structural fit-up/weld symbols, burning, and grinding operations. Work assignments will utilize 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.
  • Become and maintain qualification as a radiation worker.
  • Lift up to 40 lbs. to support installation and manufacturing tasks.
  • Develop a working knowledge of structural fit-up/weld symbols, burning and grinding operations.
  • Utilize company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, and shipyard procedures for work assignments.
  • Follow all safety procedures, lead compliance plan, and technical work documents.
  • Accept road job assignments.

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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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

1,001-5,000 employees

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