Submarine Insulation Installer - Experienced

General Dynamics Electric Boat

Groton, Connecticut

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$33.19–$43.61 Per Hour
LOCATION
Groton, Connecticut
POSTED
13 days ago
Overview:

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

 

  • Submarine Insulation Installers work with fiberglass, calcium silicate, PVC Nitrile rubber, barium sulfate, and all standard lagging coverings and provide anti-sweat, personnel protection, thermal and acoustic insulation treatments on all piping systems and major shipboard components as required by plan
  • Uses chicken wire and high temperature cement to provide a hard covering on some insulation materials and sews various coverings on other treatments
  • Able to interpret drawings and insulation schedules as necessary to complete assigned work
  • Work conditions may include entry into restricted and confined spaces
  • Ability to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, diagrams, and perform basic layout functions
  • Must be willing to work road assignments and work in Radiological areas of the boat
  • Must be able to work all shifts
  • Must be available to work overtime assignments as required
  • Will be required to possess your own basic hand tools
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain as US Dept. of Defense SECRET Clearance

 

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401K Plan
  • Paid Vacation and holidays
  • Shift Premium
  • Health and Wellness Programs including Onsite Wellness Facility, Pharmacy, and Physical Therapy
  • Commuter/Van Services
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
  • Hourly Rates from $33.19 - $43.61
Qualifications:

Required: 

  • Must have a High School Diploma/GED OR 2+ years of relevant technical experience
  • 5+ years of relevant pipecovering experience

Preferred: 

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Additional preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
  • Military Shipbuilding, manufacturing, or shipyard experience

 

Physical Qualifications: Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting Environmental Attributes: Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Outside, Wet

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General Dynamics Electric Boat