Shipfitter Entry Level & Semi-Skilled

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 Shipfitting Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.

With more than a century of experience, Electric Boat has established standards of excellence in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the US Navy while maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. Working with various metals, a Shipfitter is required to interpret construction drawings with basic mathematic ability. Job tasks include layout, fabrication, assembly and installation of foundations, structures, components and deck packages. Individuals need to develop a working knowledge of structural weld joint fit-up/weld symbols, burning and grinding operations. Work assignments will be accomplished using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, and shipyard procedures. Work conditions may include entry in restricted/confined spaces.

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

Hourly Rates from $24.28 - $30.13

Interested in learning a new trade, but don't have any experience yet?

Apply today! As long as you are eager and willing to learn, we will provide training to teach you how to excel as a Shipfitter. In collaboration with the State of Connecticut, Electric Boat offers pre-employment training
(EWIB)
to get you started on learning the fundamentals of the trade.

To register for EWIB:
https://mpiapplication.ewib.org

Support Services that EWIB provides:

Attendance Stipends

Transportation Assistance

Mileage Reimbursement (IRS Rate)

Car Based Solutions (car repairs, registration, auto insurance)

Organizing Uber or Taxi rides

Childcare assistance

Clothing or boots

Rent, Utilities, Technology, and other supports

***Not required for current Electric Boat Employees***

Qualifications

Required:

Must have a High School Diploma/GED or be a current High School Senior OR 2+ years of relevant technical experience

0-5 years of relevant experience to this job description

Successful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative training program if applicable

Must be available to train and work on any shift

Preferred:

Additional preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs

Knowledge in fitting, fairing and shaping steel pieces, hull sections, bulkheads and equipment foundations

Ability to interpret structural drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams

Skills

Must be able to work all shifts and in all environments as well as Radiological areas of the boat

Willing to accept road job assignments

Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance

Physical Qualifications
Climbing, 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