OverviewElectric 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 Sheetmetal 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 U.S. Navy while maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. A Sheetmetal Worker is required to interpret construction drawings with basic mathematic ability. Job tasks include layout, fabrication, assembly, and installation of all light gage metalwork which includes air-conditioned ductwork, lockers, cabinets, prefabricated bulkheads, doors, furniture and Formica. Work assignments will be accomplished using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, shipyard procedures and shop machinery. 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
Commuter/Van Services
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
Hourly Rates from $23.12 - $28.70
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 Sheetmetal Worker. 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: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***QualificationsRequired:
Must have a High School Diploma/GED, be a current High School Senior OR 2+ years of relevant technical experience
0-5 years of relevant experience to this job description
Preferred:
Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
Successful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative training program
Previous metal fabrication experience
Military shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Automotive industry experience
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 QualificationsClimbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingEnvironmental AttributesAcids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet
