Nuclear Construction Shielding Mechanic

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Overview

Do you have construction, carpentry, or painting experience? Are you looking for a new opportunity to advance your career?

Apply today! Become part of the team at Electric Boat, where we take pride in building the world's most advanced submarines.

Nuclear Construction Shielding Mechanics are responsible for cutting, fitting, and installing lead and plastic shielding to support submarine construction. This work requires a skilled crafts-person with an aptitude to learn and the ability to visualize a job from start to finish. Mechanics will receive job-specific training and will receive qualifications to perform each process after a demonstration of ability. Work includes:

Stud shooting and sound dampening installation

Cutting and fitting shielding using carpentry tools such as; band-saws, table saws, planers, jointers, routers, paint brush, rollers, spray paint equipment and various pneumatic tools

Use of handheld tools including chipping hammers, grinders, nail guns and burr tools

Applicants must be able to read and interpret plans and shipyard procedures.

Some of the Benefits we provide to you include:

Paid Training Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with up to 6% employer match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Shift Premium

Health and Wellness Programs

Commuter/Van Services (RIPTA)

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Safety Boot Reimbursement Program

Growth Opportunities

Location

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

Required

High school diploma or equivalent OR 2 plus years of related technical experience

Carpentry experience or training and/or construction experience (or relevant work experience)

Basic mathematical skills

Able to work in confined spaces, heights and extreme temperature conditions as required

Available to work all shifts

Ability to qualify for Lead and Poly installation

Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Preferred

Preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs

Ability to interpret shipyard procedures, drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams Experience in finished carpentry, auto body, painting and coatings Current shielding qualifications

Experience working in the construction industry or a manufacturing environment Military/Navy experience Skills

Applicant will be required to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals. Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting Environmental Attributes

Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Wet

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