Submarine Painter: Paid Training & Growth

General Dynamics Electric Boat; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with up to 6% employer match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Shift Premium

Health & Wellness Programs

Commuter/Van Services/Ripta

Tuition Reimbursement

Safety Boot Reimbursement

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI is seeking a Painter to support the construction of submarines through coating and protective work. You will perform surface prep, apply marine paints, and ensure coating thickness meets standards.

The role requires reading blueprints and procedures, working across shifts, and using a variety of painting tools. Training is provided and growth opportunities exist within a team dedicated to defense technology.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or 2 years related technical experience
• Painting experience in marine/industrial/construction or carpentry-related work
• Able to work all shifts
• Willing to work at heights, in confined spaces and in extreme temperatures
• Must own basic hand tools and be able to obtain respiratory qualifications

Responsibilities

• Preserve hull and components by sealing with paints to prevent corrosion and marine growth
• Interpret blueprints, technical manuals and shipyard procedures
• Surface preparation and painting including solvent washing, sanding and grit blasting
• Measure and document paint thickness to maintain high quality
• Operate shop equipment including table saws, drill presses, routers, sandblast gear, brushes, rollers, airless spray and other tools

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Graco painting tools

Airless spray

Brush & roller

Spray equipment

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI is seeking a Painter to support the construction of submarines through coating and protective work. You will perform surface prep, apply marine paints, and ensure coating thickness meets standards.

The role requires reading blueprints and procedures, working across shifts, and using a variety of painting tools. Training is provided and growth opportunities exist within a team dedicated to defense technology.