Submarine Insulation Installer - Entry Level

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Connecticut; On-site; USD 33,448 - 41,507; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Shift premium

Health and wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement program

Safety boot reimbursement program

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is looking for a Submarine Insulation Installer in Connecticut. This is a crucial role involving on-the-job training in the leading edge of submarine technology. Responsibilities include working with specialized insulation materials and interpreting complex technical documents.

The position offers comprehensive benefits and requires a high school diploma or relevant experience. Candidates will work in varying environments, including radiological areas, and must be ready for challenges in both confined and outdoor spaces.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Work with various materials for insulation treatments.
• Interpret drawings and insulation schedules.
• Be willing to work in restricted areas and all shifts.
• Obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense SECRET clearance.

Skills

Fiberglass handling

Interpret technical drawings

Basic hand tools proficiency

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma/GED or relevant experience

Job description

Overview

Electric Boat is the premier designer and builder of nuclear‑powered submarines for the U.S. Navy, experiencing unprecedented growth. This position is within the Lagging Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.

As an installer, you will receive on‑the‑job training to excel as a Submarine Insulation Installer.

Responsibilities

• Work with fiberglass, calcium silicate, PVC, nitrile rubber, barium sulfate, and standard lagging coverings to provide anti‑sweat, personnel protection, and thermal and acoustic insulation treatments on piping systems and shipboard components as required by plan.
• Use chicken wire and high‑temperature cement to provide hard coverings on some insulation materials and sew various coverings on other treatments.
• Interpret drawings and insulation schedules as necessary to complete assigned work.
• Work conditions may include entry into restricted and confined spaces.
• Interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, diagrams, and perform basic layout functions.
• Be willing to work road assignments and work in radiological areas of the boat.
• Be able to work all shifts.
• Be available to work overtime as required.
• Possess your own basic hand tools.
• Obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense SECRET clearance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Shift premium
• Health and wellness programs including onsite wellness facility, pharmacy, and physical therapy
• Commuter/van services
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Safety boot reimbursement program
• Hourly rates from $24.28 to $30.13

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional preference for vocational, technical, and community colleges or apprentice programs.
• Military shipbuilding, manufacturing, or shipyard experience.

Physical Qualifications

• Climbing
• Color vision
• Crawling
• Heavy lifting
• Kneeling
• Light lifting
• Medium lifting
• Pulling
• Pushing
• Reaching
• Stooping
• Twisting

Environmental Attributes

• Cold
• Dry
• Dusty
• Fumes
• Hot
• Inside
• Noise
• Outside
• Wet