Carpenter-Stagebuilder

General Dynamics Electric Boat; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K plan with up to 6% employer match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Shift Premium

Health and Wellness Programs

Commuter/Van Services/Ripta

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Safety Boot Reimbursement Program

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Carpenter-Stagebuilder at their Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI. This role involves constructing and dismantling scaffolding, operating various tools, and complying with safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, experience in construction or carpentry, and possess their own basic hand tools. The position offers paid training, medical benefits, and growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Available to work all shifts.
• Ability to complete the QP safety harness training.
• Individuals must have basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Construct/dismantle scaffolding per OSHA standards.
• Lift and handle steel scaffolding and various lumber.
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and aerial lifts.
• Work collaboratively in team settings and independently.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Carpenter-Stagebuilder

Requisition ID: 2026-17754

Location: US-RI-North Kingstown

Seat Location: EB Quonset Point Facility

Trade: Manufacturing Support/Trades

Shift: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Security Clearance Required: Approved Background Check

Overview

Are you looking for a new career and new challenges? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that offers both paid training and room to grow?

If yes, then apply today for the position of Carpenter/Stagebuilder at Electric Boat where you will assist in building the most advanced and sophisticated submarines in the world!

What we offer :

• Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K plan with up to 6% employer match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Shift Premium
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Commuter/Van Services/Ripta
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
• Growth Opportunities

Stagebuilder duties include but are not limited to:

Stage builders are competently trained personnel that construct/dismantle scaffolding in accordance with OSHA and Electric Boat policies/procedures to provide safe trade access during various phases of construction. These tasks are frequently performed by teams of two or more stage builders that utilize various pneumatic and electric tools, forklifts, aerial lifts, telehandlers and overhead cranes.

• Must qualify to wear fall protection while working at heights greater than five feet
• Must be able to lift and handle steel scaffolding, various types of lumber including planks and plywood
• Must possess basic math skills and perform layouts with measuring tools
• Must qualify to operate forklifts, overhead cranes and aerial lifts
• Must be able to work in a collaborative team environment and or work independently
• Must be able to follow directions from supervision and meet daily goals

This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years of relevant technical experience
• Valid drivers license
• Available to work all shifts
• Ability to complete the QP safety harness training and wear a QP provided safety harness
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme
• Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Preferred:

• Experience or training in one or more of the following:
  • Carpentry or stage building or construction
• Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes and aerial lifts
• Experience with fall protection
• Scaffolding experience and familiarity with Universal Scaffolding
• Experience working in the construction industry, a manufacturing environment or related trade training
• Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
• Military/Navy related experience

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Outside, Wet