2027 Manufacturing Apprentice

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works•Bath, ME

2d•$31 - $39

About The Position

This is an approximately four-year, 8,000-hour apprenticeship in one manufacturing trade, combining paid on-the-job learning with rigorous college coursework. Apprentices are paid while they learn and develop a shipbuilding career. The position is first shift. Apprenticeships may be available in carpentry, electrical work, machining (inside and outside), pipefitting, shipfitting, tinsmithing, welding, and maintenance. Trade-specific requirements may apply. The pay range is $31.31 to $39.03 per hour.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
Have a high school education or equivalent (GED) at the time of hire.
Demonstrate competence with common PC-based software, such as Microsoft Office products and an internet browser.
Have access outside of work to a computer, internet, and common software for completing course assignments.
Submit a cover letter explaining motivation for applying within 30 days of applying.
Submit official transcripts from all high schools and colleges attended within 30 days of applying.
Demonstrate college readiness in reading, writing, and mathematics by taking the ACCUPLACER test at a local community college within 30 days of applying. An alternative placement test from a local community college may be accepted for applicants who live in another state.
Meet the Physical Task Analysis requirements, including the ability to climb ladders and stairs and work indoors, outdoors, at heights, in confined spaces, on units, on ships, and/or in buildings.
Be able to wear a respirator and use hand tools and pneumatic tools.
Be able to read a tape measure, add and subtract tape measurements, and perform basic math.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a trade or vocational school.
Experience using basic hand tools and working in a construction or industrial manufacturing environment.
Background in construction, house building, automotive work, spray painting, grinding, burning steel, pipefitting, electrical work, insulating, tin work, or steel fabrication.
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and other technical documents.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Ability to work in a team environment.