Shipfitter - Skilled
About The Position
Electric Boat is hiring a skilled Shipfitter to support its Shipfitting Department as it designs and builds nuclear-powered submarines for the U.S. Navy. Shipfitters work with various metals and interpret construction drawings using basic mathematics. Work includes laying out, fabricating, assembling, and installing foundations, structures, components, and deck packages. The role requires developing a working knowledge of structural weld joint fit-up and weld symbols, as well as burning and grinding operations. Assignments are performed using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, and shipyard procedures. Work may involve entering restricted or confined spaces and working in Radiological areas of the boat.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or at least 2 years of related technical experience.
- At least 5 years of shipfitting-related experience.
- Availability to train and work on any shift.
- Ability to work 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.
Nice To Haves
- Vocational, technical, or community college education, or completion of an apprentice program.
- Successful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative training program.
- Knowledge of fitting, fairing, and shaping steel pieces, hull sections, bulkheads, and equipment foundations.
- Ability to interpret structural drawings, technical manuals, test documents, and diagrams.
Responsibilities
- Interpret construction and structural drawings using basic mathematics.
- Lay out, fabricate, assemble, and install foundations, structures, components, and deck packages.
- Perform work involving structural weld joint fit-up, weld symbols, burning, and grinding operations.
- Complete work assignments using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, and shipyard procedures.
- Work on any shift and in varied environments, including Radiological areas of the boat.
- Accept road job assignments.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) plan.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Shift premium.
- Health and wellness programs, including an onsite wellness facility, pharmacy, and physical therapy.
- Commuter and 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
