Pipefitter Semi-Skilled

Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in submarine construction is seeking Pipefitters to join their team. This role involves fabricating and installing piping systems, maintaining various systems, and ensuring compliance with procedures. Training is available for those eager to learn. Benefits include medical insurance, 401K, and paid vacation.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K Plan

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Shift Premium

Health and Wellness Programs

Commuter and van services

Safety boot reimbursement

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of experience in pipefitting, automotive, construction, or mechanical fields.
• Completion of relevant technical training or apprenticeship programs.

Responsibilities

• Fabricating and installing piping systems for liquids and gases.
• Maintaining systems such as hydraulic and potable water.
• Preparing systems for inspections by Company, Navy, and Government.

Skills

Ability to interpret technical manuals

Willingness to work all shifts

Acceptance of road assignments

Willingness to undergo Nuclear Pipefitter training

Own tools required

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational training

Job description

Overview

Electric Boat is the premier designer and builder of nuclear-powered submarines for the US Navy. We are currently experiencing a period of unprecedented growth and are seeking individuals eager to learn and grow within our Pipefitting Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.

Pipefitter Duties Include:

• Fabricating and installing piping systems for liquids and gases at various pressures.
• Installing standard, shock-mounted, and resilient hangers, ensuring compliance with written procedures for support and noise control.
• Applying measurement, fit-up, bending, and installation skills to meet tight tolerances.
• Performing welded, silver-brazed, or mechanically fastened joints during pipe fit-up.
• Working with a range of piping sizes, from small tubing to large diameter pipes.
• Maintaining systems such as hydraulic, lube oil, low-pressure air, steam, seawater, chilled water, and potable water.
• Preparing systems for inspections by Company, Navy, and Government.
• Using freeze seals for piping repairs in operational mode.
• Entering restricted and confined spaces as needed.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Shift Premium
• Health and Wellness Programs, including onsite wellness facilities, pharmacy, and physical therapy
• Commuter and van services
• Safety boot reimbursement
• Hourly rates from $21.35 to $25.51

Training Opportunities:

If you're interested in learning a new trade but lack experience, we encourage you to apply. We offer training to help you succeed as a Pipefitter, in partnership with the State of Connecticut's EWIB pre-employment program. To register, visit:

https://mpiapplication.ewib.org

Support Services Provided by EWIB:

• Attendance stipends
• Transportation assistance, including mileage reimbursement, car repairs, Uber or taxi rides
• Childcare assistance
• Clothing and boots
• Support for rent, utilities, technology, and more

Note: Support services are not required for current Electric Boat employees.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma/GED, current High School senior, or 2+ years of relevant technical experience.
• 0-5 years of experience in pipefitting, automotive, construction, or mechanical fields.

Preferred:

• Vocational, technical, or community college training or apprenticeship programs.
• Completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative.
• Experience in shipbuilding, manufacturing, or automotive industries.

Skills

• Ability to interpret technical manuals, blueprints, diagrams, and perform basic layout functions.
• Willingness to work all shifts and environments, including radiological areas.
• Acceptance of road assignments.
• Willingness to undergo and pass Nuclear Pipefitter training.
• Own tools are required.

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, color vision, crawling, heavy, light, medium lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, twisting.

Environmental Attributes

Exposure to acids or alkalis, cold, dry, dusty, fumes, hot, noise, oily conditions, outside environments.