Carpenter - Skilled
General Dynamics Electric Boat
- Agency: General Dynamics Electric Boat
- Location: Groton, CT
- Salary: $31.61 - $41.14
- Type: full-time
- Work arrangement: onsite
- Posted: 2026-03-25
- Apply by: 2027-03-25
Job Description
Overview
Electric Boat is the premier designer and builder of nuclear powered submarines for the US Navy and we are experiencing a period of unprecedented growth! We are looking for people who want to learn and grow within our Carpentry Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.
Interested in learning a new trade?
Apply to the Semi-Skilled req today! As long as you are eager and willing to learn, we will provide training to teach you how to excel as a Carpenter!
Job Responsibilities:
Carpenters are responsible for:
Carpenters install thermal and acoustic insulation, manufacture and install keel blocks, install lead, damping materials, deck tile throughout many compartments and spaces on the submarine and provide linesman services for the shipyard
They construct staging, establish and layout ship's reference points and support the moving and launching of the submarine.
Work conditions may include elevated platforms and confined spaces.
Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools.
Carpenters use blueprints, layout, and measurement skills to perform many jobs in submarine construction.
They must be able to safely use a variety of pneumatic and electrical power tools necessary to cut, modify, and install materials.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
401K Plan
Paid Vacation and holidays
Shift Premium
Health and Wellness Programs
Commuter/Van Services
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
Hourly Rates from $31.61 - $41.14
Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or GED or 2+ years of related technical experience
5+ years carpentry-related experience
Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance
Must be available for all shifts
Preferred:
Vocational, Technical Colleges, Apprentice programs, Military, shipbuilding, manufacturing and automotive experience preferred.
Skills
Must be able to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, diagrams, and perform basic layout functions.
Willing to take road jobs and the ability to work all shifts.
Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting
Environmental Attributes
Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet
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