Painter - Entry Level

General Dynamics

  • Groton, CT
  • $23.12-28.70 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Overview:Job Responsibilities:Painters are responsible for:
  • Painters preserve the hull and components by sealing the submarines with chemicals and paints that prevent corrosion and protect against the accumulation of marine life.
  • Prepare the surface, mix and apply a variety of paints and finishes, such as baked on plastics, vinyl, and epoxy paints.
  • Paint thickness must be measured and documented. This requirement makes it essential that the Painter maintain a high level of quality.
  • Candidates must be able to sandblast, use pneumatic tools, roll brush and spray paint.
  • Candidates must be able to perform strenuous task for long durations
  • Must be able to work in confined spaces and elevated areas.
  • Must be able to obtain respiratory qualifications and maintain them
  • Willing to travel to support off-site work.
  • Must be able to work all shifts.
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 $23.12 - $28.70
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 Painters Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.Qualifications:Required:
  • Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or have 2+ years related technical experience
  • 0-5 years of relevant experience
  • Must be available for all shifts.
Preferred:
  • Knowledge of hazardous material and environmental policies
  • 6 months of painting experience
  • Vocational or Technical schools with manufacturing or trades focus, Apprentice Programs, Military, Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Automotive experience
  • Completion or enrollment in MPI manufacturing pipeline for Paint
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

General Dynamics