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Submarine Mechanic / Machinist - Entry Level

groton, CT

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Job description

Submarine Mechanic / Machinist - Entry Level

Do you love to work on cars, motorcycles, or machines? Did you go to school for automotive technology, diesel technology, industrial maintenance, or similar? Do you want to learn more about being a mechanic? Do you have no experience as a mechanic but like to take things apart and put them back together? This role is for you!

Job Responsibilities:

Submarine mechanics, also known as Outside Machinists, are responsible for all shipboard mechanical work that takes place in Electric Boat's Groton shipyard. Tasks include on-hull machining, installation of components like pumps, valves, weapons systems, communications systems, shafting and propulsion systems, support testing of mechanical components, and much more. Use skills like blueprint reading, precision measuring, fastening threaded fasteners, component layout, etc. all while complying to safety and quality standards. This work is primarily shipboard, internal and external to submarine hulls; off-site and radiological work also exists.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K Plan

Paid Vacation and holidays

Shift Premium for 2nd and 3rd shift

Health and Wellness Programs

Commuter/Van Services

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Safety Boot Reimbursement Program

Hourly Rates from $23.12 - $28.70

Electric 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 Outside Machinist Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.

Don't have any mechanical 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 an Outside Machinist. In collaboration with the State of Connecticut, Electric Boat offers pre-employment training* (EWIB) to get you started on learning the fundamentals of the trade.

Support Services that EWIB provides:

Attendance Stipends

Transportation Assistance

Mileage Reimbursement (IRS Rate)

Car Based Solutions (car repairs, registration, auto insurance)

Organizing Uber or Taxi rides

Childcare assistance

Clothing or boots

Rent, Utilities, Technology, and other supports

*Not required for current Electric Boat Employees

Hired employees will be titled "Outside Machinist"

Responsibilities:

Willing to learn

Collaboration

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Qualifications:

Required:

Must have a High School Diploma, GED, 2+ years of relevant technical experience or be a current High School Senior

0-5 years of relevant experience

Must be available for all shifts

Successful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative training program, if applicable (will be determined after interview)

Must be a US Citizen

Preferred:

Graduates from technical programs for mechanical trades

Worksite address

groton, CT, 06349, US

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