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General Dynamics Electric Boat lists this Pipefitter Entry Level & Semi-Skilled opportunity in groton, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
PipefitterElectric Boat is the premier designer and builder of nuclear powered submarines for the US Navy and we are experiencing a period of unprecedented growth! We are looking for people who want to learn and grow within our Pipefitting Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.Pipefitter duties include:Pipefitters fabricate and install the piping systems that will carry the ship's liquids and gasses at the various pressuresFabrication and installation of Standard Hangers, Shock Mounted, and Resilient Hangers. Must maintain verbatim compliance with written procedures to insure adequate support and noise control attributes are metApply measurement, fit-up bending and installation skills and techniques to comply with tight tolerancesPipe fit-up may involve welded joints, silver brazed joints or mechanically fastened jointsAble to work with very small tubing to very large diameter pipingSystems include hydraulic, lube oil, and low pressure air, and low and high pressure steam, sea water, chilled water and potable waterGroom systems to prepare for Company, Navy and Government inspectionsUse freeze seals of piping in operational mode to effect repairsWork conditions may include entry into restricted and confined spacesBenefits:Medical, Dental, Vision401K PlanPaid Vacation and holidaysShift PremiumHealth and Wellness Programs including Onsite Wellness Facility, Pharmacy, and Physical TherapyCommuter/Van ServicesTuition Reimbursement ProgramSafety Boot Reimbursement ProgramHourly Rates from $24.28-$30.13Interested in learning a new trade, but don't have any experience yet?Apply today! As long as you are eager and willing to learn, we will provide training to teach you how to excel as a Pipefitter. In collaboration with the State of Connecticut, Electric Boat offers pre-employment training to get you started on learning the fundamentals of the trade.To register for EWIB:Support services that EWIB provides:Attendance StipendsTransportation AssistanceMileage Reimbursement (IRS Rate)Car Based Solutions (car repairs, registration, auto insurance)Organizing Uber or Taxi ridesChildcare assistanceClothing or bootsRent, Utilities, Technology, and other supports***Not required for current Electric Boat Employees***Required:Must have a High School Diploma/GED, be a current High School Senior OR 2+ years of relevant technical experience0-5 years of relevant Pipefitting, Automotive, Construction, or Mechanical experienceSuccessful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative training program if applicableMust be available to train and work on any shiftPreferred:Additional preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programsMilitary Shipbuilding, manufacturing, shipyard, or automotive experienceSkills:Candidate must be able to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, blueprints, test documents, diagrams and perform basic layout functionsMust be able to work all shifts and in all environments as well as Radiological areas of the boatWilling to accept Road assignmentsMust be able and willing to receive and pass Nuclear Pipefitter TrainingIndividuals will be required to possess their own hand toolsPhysical Qualifications:Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingEnvironmental Attributes:Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside
Worksite address
groton, CT, 06340, US
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