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General Dynamics Electric Boat

Welder

General Dynamics Electric Boat, North Kingstown, Rhode Island, us, 02852


Overview

Do you have welding training but want to take your skills to the next level? Are you a skilled welder looking for a new challenge and growth opportunities?

Apply today at Electric Boat and become part of a team that takes pride in building the world's most advanced submarines!

Benefits include:Paid trainingMedical, Dental, & Vision

401K plan with up to 6% employer matchPaid vacations and holidaysGrowth opportunitiesShift PremiumHealth and Wellness ProgramsCommuter Van Service/RIPTATuition Reimbursement ProgramsSafety Boot Reimbursement Program

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Welding on a wide variety of materials, using an ever-growing number of weld processesWelding structural assemblies using GMAW and SMAW during fabrication and installation of submarine constructionParticipation in continuous training in traditional and new welding processes using both conventional and state-of-the art equipment (Qualification required for each process)Use of pneumatic tools such as grinders, burr tools, wire brushes, etcOxy/fuel pre-heat and carbon/arc gouging as well as verifying weld size using weld gaugesReading and interpretation of weld symbols, technique sheets, and work packagesAdditional tasks as assigned

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

Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or equivalentWelding experience or trainingAvailable to work all shiftsAbility to work at heights, in confined spaces and in extreme temperature conditions as requiredIndividuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Preferred:Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programsExperience working in the construction industry or a manufacturing environmentBasic mathematical skillsMilitary/Navy experienceAbility to interpret welding and shipyard procedures, structural drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals

Physical Qualifications

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

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily