Maintenance Trades Helper- Laborer Sheet Metal Trainee

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Clarks Village (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid time off

Competitive benefits

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. in Pawcatuck, CT seeks a Maintenance Trades Helper- Laborer Sheet Metal Trainee to support cnc tooling and sheet metal fabrication.

You will learn to operate cnc punching, waterjet cutting, and press brakes while assisting senior staff and maintaining materials and tools in a collaborative shop environment. Applicants with 0–2 years of related experience and a high school diploma or GED are welcomed; a strong attitude and willingness to learn are

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of related experience required or preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills in sheet metal.

Responsibilities

• Assist in CNC Punch Press, Waterjet Cutting Center, and Press Brakes operations to fabricate sheet metal.
• Keep department stocked with materials and tools.
• Cut sheet and blanks for machines using hydraulic shears and cutting tools.
• Break-out parts from Punch Press and Omax Waterjet.
• Clean work areas, machines and equipment; deliver parts to other departments.

Skills

CNC Punching

Press Brakes

Punch Presses

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Type of Requisition: Pipeline Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: SCA Job Qualifications: Skills: CNC Punching, Press Brakes, Punch Presses Certifications: None Experience: 0 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description: Maintenance Trades Helper- Laborer Sheet Metal Trainee General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), located in Pawcatuck, CT has been supporting the US Navy Submarine and Surface Ships for over 30 years. We are a full-service organization ranging from concept development through installation. We support all facets of the ship building industrial base including Engineering, Design and Drafting, Precision Machining, Sheet Metal, Structural Fabrication, Welding, Finishing, Electronic Assembly, and Installations. Employees appreciate the team atmosphere and knowing we are providing a high-quality product in a safe and friendly environment. We are located right between Groton, CT and Quonset Point, RI offering an easy commute and ample parking outside the building for a quick 30 second walk to your work area. GDIT is looking for immediate hires that are US Citizens where a security clearance is not required to start your new career. We are a growing business unit of General Dynamics, offering competitive wages with opportunities for advancement, seeking energized team players who want to deliver a quality product to our customers.

Job Description Summary

Work within the Sheet Metal Shop, assisting in the operation of CNC machinery, deburring parts, and learning the precision sheet metal trade. Responsible for performing various tasks to aid daily operations of the Sheet Metal Shop. Good attitude and aptitude to learn and be willing to invest their time into the trade.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting senior employees in operation of CNC Punch Press, Waterjet Cutting Center, and Press Brakes to fabricate sheet metal product.
• Keeping other employees in department supplied with materials and tools.
• Cutting of sheet and blanks for shop machinery using hydraulic shears and cutting tools.
• Break-out of parts off Punch Press and Omax Waterjet.
• Cleaning of work areas, machines, and equipment.
• Delivery of parts to other departments and areas of facility.

Education and Experience

0-2 years of related experience Requires a high school diploma or GED. Technical or Vocational Training preferred but not required.

Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of shop math.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to operate power and hand tools.
• Ability to work within a motivated small team.
• Able to lift 50 pounds or more on daily basis.
• Willing to invest and shows initiative and quality craftsmanship.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $15.06 - $20.38. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Working Hours

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: None Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA CT Pawcatuck Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT:

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• Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.
• To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.

Our Identity Verification Process: As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

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