Facilities Laborer — Submarine Shipyard Operations

General Dynamics Electric Boat

New London (CT)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

47 hours ago
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Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in the New London area seeks a Laborer – Submarine Shipyard to support shipyard operations, maintenance, and construction activities, including janitorial duties and assisting skilled trades. The role requires physical endurance and adherence to safety protocols in an active shipyard environment.

The position involves operating floor scrubbing machines, handling materials, and assisting trades personnel, with potential off-hours floor project work and outdoor/wet

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED or 2 years of related technical experience.
  • 0-5 years of experience in construction or landsacping
  • Must be able to perform the essential duties of this role, which include up to 8 hours of continuous physical labor per shift, with or without reasonable accommodation

Responsibilities

  • Perform janitorial and general labor duties in support of shipyard operations and maintenance activities.
  • Perform Floor maintenance by use of floor scrubbers and floor extractors.
  • Load, unload, move, and stage materials, tools, equipment, and supplies throughout the facility and waterfront areas.
  • Assist skilled trades personnel such as carpenters, painters, pipefitters, electricians, mechanics, and welders as directed.
  • Maintain cleanliness of workspaces, shops, dry docks, piers, and surrounding areas.
  • Remove debris, scrap materials, and waste in accordance with safety and environmental procedures.
  • Operate basic hand tools, power tools, and material handling equipment safely and effectively.
  • Support setting up and breakdown of work areas, barricades, staging, and temporary structures.
  • Follow all shipyard safety regulations, confined space requirements, and hazardous material handling procedures.
  • Participate in daily safety briefings, training, and operational meetings.
  • Perform snow removal, grounds maintenance, and emergency response support when required with the use of machinery.
  • Work in industrial environments, dry docks, mechanical spaces, and outdoor conditions.
  • Performing physically demanding work including lifting, carrying, bending, climbing, and prolonged standing.
  • Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and varying weather conditions.
  • Basic knowledge of industrial safety practices and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Following verbal and written instructions.
  • Skilled at operating floor scrubbing machines, to strip wax and refinnish floors.
  • Willingness to work off hours for floor projects.

Skills

Industrial safety practices
Following instructions
Overtime availability
Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Floor scrubbing machines
Hand and power tools

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat in the New London area seeks a Laborer – Submarine Shipyard to support shipyard operations, maintenance, and construction activities, including janitorial duties and assisting skilled trades. The role requires physical endurance and adherence to safety protocols in an active shipyard environment.

The position involves operating floor scrubbing machines, handling materials, and assisting trades personnel, with potential off-hours floor project work and outdoor/wet

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