Sheetmetal Worker Entry Level & Semi-Skilled

General Dynamics Electric Boat•Groton, CT
•$24 - $30

About The Position

Electric Boat is seeking entry-level and semi-skilled Sheetmetal Workers to join its Sheetmetal Department during a period of significant growth. The company designs and builds nuclear-powered submarines for the U.S. Navy and emphasizes safe and healthy workplaces. The Sheetmetal Worker interprets construction drawings using basic mathematics and performs layout, fabrication, assembly, and installation of light-gauge metalwork. Work includes air-conditioning ductwork, lockers, cabinets, prefabricated bulkheads, doors, furniture, and Formica. Assignments use company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, shipyard procedures, and shop machinery. Work may involve entering restricted or confined spaces. Workers must be able to work all shifts and environments, including radiological areas, accept road job assignments, provide their own basic hand tools, and obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret clearance.

Requirements

  • High school diploma/GED, current high school senior status, or at least 2 years of relevant technical experience.
  • 0–5 years of relevant experience.
  • Ability to work all shifts and in all environments, including radiological areas of the boat.
  • Willingness to accept road job assignments.
  • Must possess basic hand tools.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret clearance.
  • Physical abilities include climbing, color vision, crawling, heavy, light, and medium lifting, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, and twisting.

Nice To Haves

  • Vocational, technical, or community college education, or participation in an apprentice program.
  • Previous metal fabrication experience.
  • Experience in military shipbuilding, manufacturing, or the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret construction drawings using basic mathematical ability.
  • Perform layout, fabrication, assembly, and installation of light-gauge metalwork.
  • Work on air-conditioning ductwork, lockers, cabinets, prefabricated bulkheads, doors, furniture, and Formica.
  • Complete work assignments using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, shipyard procedures, and shop machinery.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Shift premium
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Commuter/van services
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Safety boot reimbursement program
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