Welder - Skilled

Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled welders to join their dynamic Welding Department. This role involves working with advanced materials and processes to fabricate components for cutting-edge submarines. Welders will receive ongoing training and must qualify for various welding processes, ensuring high standards and safety. With competitive hourly rates and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow in a rewarding environment. If you're eager to contribute to national defense and thrive in a challenging setting, this role is for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K Plan

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Shift Premium

Health and Wellness Programs

Commuter/Van Services

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Safety Boot Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant welding experience required.
• Completion of CT Department of Labor Training Program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welding structural assemblies during submarine component fabrication.
• Reading and interpreting weld symbols and technique sheets.

Skills

Ability to work all shifts

Ability to interpret welding procedures

Willingness to accept road job assignments

Own basic hand tools

Education

High School Diploma/GED

2+ years of relevant technical experience

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Welding equipment (GMAW, SMAW)

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 Welding Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.

Welding at Electric Boat involves working with a wide variety of materials and welding processes. Welders participate in continuous training and must qualify for each process, using both conventional and state-of-the-art equipment.

Duties include:

1. Welding structural assemblies using GMAW and SMAW during fabrication and installation of submarine components.
2. Using pneumatic tools such as grinders, burr tools, wire brushes, etc.
3. Performing oxy/fuel pre-heat and carbon/arc gouging, and verifying weld size with gauges.
4. Reading and interpreting weld symbols, technique sheets, and work packages.
5. Performing additional tasks as assigned.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 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 $28.42 to $38.82

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma/GED or 2+ years of relevant technical experience
• At least 5 years of relevant welding experience

Preferred:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Additional training from Vocational, Technical, Community Colleges, or Apprentice programs
• Military shipbuilding, manufacturing, or automotive experience
• Completion of the CT Department of Labor Eastern Workforce Investment Board Training Program
• Knowledge and experience in pipe welding

Skills

• Ability to work all shifts and in various environments, including radiological areas
• Ability to interpret welding procedures, structural drawings, manuals, and diagrams
• Willingness to accept road job assignments
• Own basic hand tools

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, crawling, heavy lifting, kneeling, light and medium lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, twisting.

Environmental Attributes

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