Submarine Hull Painter – Paid Training & Growth

General Dynamics Corporation; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K plan 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

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat seeks a Painter at the Quonset Point Facility in North Kingstown, RI. The role involves preserving hulls and components with paints and sealants, reading blueprints, and performing surface preparation and coating work on submarines.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, painting experience in marine/industrial settings, and the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; relevant technical experience acceptable.
• Experience painting in marine, industrial, or related settings preferred.
• Ability to work on heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Preserve hulls and components with paints and sealants to prevent corrosion.
• Interpret blueprints, manuals, and shipyard procedures.
• Perform surface preparation including washing, sanding, or grit blasting and document paint thicknesses.
• Operate shop equipment and hand tools used in painting and finishing.
• Collaborate with team to meet quality and production goals.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Surface preparation

Coating application

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade/Apprentice training

Tools

Graco painting tools

Airless sprayers

Brush and roller techniques

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat seeks a Painter at the Quonset Point Facility in North Kingstown, RI. The role involves preserving hulls and components with paints and sealants, reading blueprints, and performing surface preparation and coating work on submarines.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, painting experience in marine/industrial settings, and the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.