Sheetmetal Worker Entry Level & Semi-Skilled

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 33,448 - 41,507; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K Plan

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Shift Premium

Health and Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, Connecticut, is hiring a Sheetmetal Worker to interpret drawings and fabricate metalwork for submarines. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and be willing to learn. Training is provided, alongside various benefits including medical insurance and a 401K plan. The role may involve working in confined spaces and requires physical capabilities such as lifting and climbing. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply!

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma/GED or be a current High School Senior.
• 0-5 years of relevant experience in metal fabrication.
• Must complete EWIB Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative training program.

Responsibilities

• Interpret construction drawings for layout and fabrication.
• Assemble and install light gage metalwork including ductwork and furniture.
• Work in various environments including confined spaces.

Skills

Basic hand tools

Ability to work in Radiological areas

Willingness to accept road job assignments

Climbing

Heavy Lifting

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational or Technical certification

Job description

Overview

Electric Boat is the premier designer and builder of nuclear powered submarines for the US Navy and we are experiencing a period of unprecedented growth! We are looking for people who want to learn and grow within our Sheetmetal Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.

With more than a century of experience, Electric Boat has established standards of excellence in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the U.S. Navy while maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. A Sheetmetal Worker is required to interpret construction drawings with basic mathematic ability. Job tasks include layout, fabrication, assembly, and installation of all light gage metalwork which includes air‑conditioned ductwork, lockers, cabinets, prefabricated bulkheads, doors, furniture and Formica. Work assignments will be accomplished using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, shipyard procedures and shop machinery. Work conditions may include entry in restricted/confined spaces.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K Plan
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Shift Premium
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Commuter/Van Services
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
• Hourly Rates from $24.28 - $30.13

Interested in learning a new trade, but don't have any experience yet?

Apply today! As long as you are eager and willing to learn, we will provide training to teach you how to excel as a Sheetmetal Worker. In collaboration with the State of Connecticut, Electric Boat offers pre‑employment training EWIB to get you started on learning the fundamentals of the trade.

To register for EWIB: https://mpiapplication.ewib.org

EWIB Support Services

• Attendance Stipends
  • Mileage Reimbursement (IRS Rate)
  • Car Based Solutions (car repairs, registration, auto insurance)
  • Organizing Uber or Taxi rides
• Childcare assistance
• Clothing or boots
• Rent, Utilities, Technology, and other supports

Not required for current Electric Boat Employees

Qualifications

Required:

• Must have a High School Diploma/GED, be a current High School Senior OR 2+ years of relevant technical experience
• 0-5 years of relevant experience to this job description
• Must be able to complete and pass the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative training program if applicable

Preferred:

• Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
• Previous metal fabrication experience
• Military shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Automotive industry experience

Skills

• Must be able to work all shifts and in all environments as well as Radiological areas of the boat
• Willing to accept road job assignments
• Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance

Physical Qualifications

• Climbing
• Color Vision
• Crawling
• Heavy Lifting
• Kneeling
• Light Lifting
• Medium Lifting
• Pulling
• Pushing
• Reaching
• Stooping
• Twisting

Environmental Attributes

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