Carpenter - Skilled

General Dynamics Electric Boat

Groton (CT)

On-site

USD 27,399,000 - 93,762,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT is seeking skilled carpenters to join our shipyard team. You will install insulation, build keel blocks, and work from blueprints across multiple submarine compartments.

Candidates must have high school diploma or GED and at least 5 years of carpentry experience, be able to obtain a secret clearance, and be available for all shifts. Basic hand tools are required.

Qualifications

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.

Responsibilities

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.

Skills

Carpentry experience

Blueprint reading

Hand tool usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years related technical experience

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Details

Requisition ID: 2026-17386

Location: US-CT-Groton

Seat Location: EB Groton Shipyard

Trade: Manufacturing Support/Trades

Shift: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Security Clearance Required: Secret

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?

Job Responsibilities

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