Shipfitter - Entry level and Skilled
General Dynamics Electric Boat - North Kingstown, RI
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Are you interested learning a new skill in a manufacturing environment? Or, are you a skilled shipfitter looking for a new challenge, or, an experienced carpenter/fabricator who wants to take your skills to the next level? If yes, then apply today at Electric Boat and join our dedicated team building the world's most advanced submarines! Benefits include:Paid trainingMedical, Dental, & Vision401K plan with up to 6% employer matchPaid vacations and holidaysGrowth opportunitiesShift PremiumHealth and Wellness ProgramsCommuter Van Service/RIPTATuition Reimbursement ProgramsSafety Boot Reimbursement ProgramResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Layout, fabrication, assembly, and installation of foundations, structures, bulkheads, frames, components and deck packagesDeveloping a working knowledge of structural weld joint fit-up/weld symbols, burning and grinding operationsAligning parts in relation to each other using jacks, clips and wedges through use of blueprints and templatesTack-welding structural parts as requiredUtilizing hands and power tools in the steel fabrication tradeAbility to read and interpret written policies, procedures and guidelines as work assignments will be accomplished using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, and shipyard proceduresBasic Mathematic abilityThis position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.Required:High school diploma or equivalentAvailable to work all shiftsAbility to work at heights, confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as requiredAbility to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, diagrams, and perform basic layout functionsIndividuals are required to possess their own basic hand toolsPreferred:Steel fabrication or carpentry experienceExperience working in the construction industry or a manufacturing environment Basic mathematical skillsVocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programsMilitary/Navy experienceStrong communication and interpersonal skillsApplicant will be required to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goalsClimbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingCold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily
Created: 2025-02-02