Overview

Do you have construction, carpentry, or painting experience? Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career?

Apply today! Become part of the team at Electric Boat, where we take pride in building the world's most advanced submarines.

Nuclear Construction Shielding Mechanics are responsible for cutting, fitting, and installing lead and plastic shielding to support submarine construction. This work requires a skilled crafts-person with an aptitude to learn and the ability to visualize a job from start to finish. Mechanics will receive job-specific training and will receive qualifications to perform each process after a demonstration of ability.

Work includes: Stud shooting and sound dampening installation Cutting and fitting shielding using carpentry tools such as; band-saws, table saws, planers, jointers, routers, paint brush, rollers, spray paint equipment and various pneumatic tools Use of handheld tools including chipping hammers, grinders, nail guns and burr tools

Applicants must be able to read and interpret plans and shipyard procedures.

Some of the Benefits we provide to you include: Paid Training Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) 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

Location:

This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Qualifications

Required: High school diploma or equivalent OR 2 plus years of related technical experience Carpentry experience or training and/or construction experience (or relevant work experience) Basic mathematical skills Able to work in confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as required Available to work all shifts Ability to qualify for Lead and Poly installation

Preferred: Preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs Ability to interpret shipyard procedures, drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams Experience in finished carpentry, auto body, painting and coatings Current shielding qualifications Experience working in the construction industry or a manufacturing environment Military/Navy experience

Skills Applicant will be required to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals. Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

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