Pipefitter - Skilled - General Dynamics : Job Details

Responsibilities for this PositionPipefitter - SkilledUS-CT-GrotonJob ID: 2025-14907Type: Full-Time# of Openings: 20Category: Manufacturing Support/TradesEB Groton ShipyardOverviewElectric Boat is the premier designer and builder of nuclear powered submarines for the US Navy and weare 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.Job Responsibilities:* Pipefitters fabricate and install the piping systems that will carry the ship's liquids and gasses at the various pressures* Apply measurement, fit-up bending and installation skills and techniques to comply with tight tolerances* Pipe fit-up may involve welded joints, silver brazed joints or mechanically fastened joints* Able to work with very small tubing to very large diameter piping* Systems include hydraulic, lube oil, and low pressure air, and low and high pressure steam, sea water, chilled water and potable water* Groom systems to prepare for Company, Navy and Government inspections* Use freeze seals of piping in operational mode to effect repairs* Work conditions may include entry into restricted and confined spacesBenefits:* 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* Safety Boot Reimbursement Program* Hourly Rates from $27.57 - $38.41Responsibilities* Must be able to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, Blueprints, test documents, diagrams* Must be able to work all shifts and in all environments as well as in Radiological areas of the boat* Willing to accept Road Assignments* Must be able to receive and Maintain Nuclear Qualifications* Individuals will be required to possess their own basic hand toolsQualificationsRequired:* High School Diploma/GED or 2+ years of relevant technical experience* 5+ years of relevant Pipefitting or related Mechanical experiencePreferred:* Completion of Vocational, Technical and/or Community Colleges or Apprentice program* Military Shipbuilding, manufacturing or shipyard experience* Successful completion the CT Department of Labor Eastern Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) Training Program