Nuclear Construction Shielding Mechanic

General Dynamics Electric Boat; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

Vacation & Holidays

Shift Premium

Wellness Programs

Commuter van service

Tuition Reimbursement

Boot Reimbursement

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in North Kingstown, RI, seeks a Nuclear Construction Shielding Mechanic to cut, fit, and install lead and plastic shielding for submarine construction. This role requires a crafts-person with hands-on carpentry or painting experience and the ability to read plans and shipyard procedures.

You will work across shifts (1st, 2nd, 3rd) and receive job-specific training, gain shielding qualifications, and join a team focused on safety, quality, and timely delivery of

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or 2+ years related technical experience.
• Carpentry experience or training and/or construction experience (or relevant work experience).
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Able to work in confined spaces, heights and extreme temperature conditions as required.
• Available to work all shifts.
• Ability to qualify for Lead and Poly installation.
• Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Nuclear Shielding Mechanics cut, fit and install shielding for submarine construction.
• Read and interpret plans and shipyard procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reading plans

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years related technical experience

Tools

Hand tools

Carpentry tools

Job description

Nuclear Construction Shielding Mechanic

Job Details

• Requisition ID: 2026-18178
• Location: US-RI-North Kingstown
• Seat Location: EB Quonset Point Facility
• Trade: Building Trades
• Shift: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
• Security Clearance Required: Approved Background Check

Overview

Do you have construction, carpentry, or painting experience?

Are you looking for a new opportunity to advance your career?

Become part of the team at Electric Boat, where we take pride in building the world's most advanced submarines.

Nuclear Construction Shielding Mechanics are responsible for cutting, fitting, and installing lead and plastic shielding to support submarine construction. This work requires a skilled crafts-person with an aptitude to learn and the ability to visualize a job from start to finish. Mechanics will receive job-specific training and will receive qualifications to perform each process after a demonstration of ability.

Work includes

• Stud shooting and sound dampening installation
• Cutting and fitting shielding using carpentry tools such as; band-saws, table saws, planers, jointers, routers, paint brush, rollers, spray paint equipment and various pneumatic tools
• Use of handheld tools including chipping hammers, grinders, nail guns and burr tools

Applicants must be able to read and interpret plans and shipyard procedures.

Benefits

• Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) 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

Location

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

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent OR 2 plus years of related technical experience
• Carpentry experience or training and/or construction experience (or relevant work experience)
• Basic mathematical skills
• Able to work in confined spaces, heights and extreme temperature conditions as required
• Available to work all shifts
• Ability to qualify for Lead and Poly installation
• Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Preferred:

• Preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
• Ability to interpret shipyard procedures, drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams
• Experience in finished carpentry, auto body, painting and coatings
• Current shielding qualifications
• Experience working in the construction industry or a manufacturing environment
• Military/Navy experience

Skills

• Applicant will be required to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals. Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools
• Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Qualifications

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

Environmental Attributes

Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Wet