Sheetmetal Worker - Semi-Skilled - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Sheetmetal Worker - Semi-Skilled
US-CT-Groton
Job ID: 2023-11241
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 50
Category: Building Trades
EB Groton Shipyard
Overview
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K Plan
- Paid Vacation and holidays
- Shift Premium
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Commuter/Van Services
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
- Hourly Rates from $20.53 - $24.53
Interested in learning a new trade, but don't have any 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 a Sheetmetal Worker. 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.
To register for EWIB: https://mpiapplication.ewib.org
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
With more than a century of experience, Electric Boat has established standards of excellence in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the U.S. Navy while maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. A Sheetmetal Worker is required to interpret construction drawings with basic mathematic ability. Job tasks include layout, fabrication, assembly, and installation of all light gage metalwork which includes air-conditioned ductwork, lockers, cabinets, prefabricated bulkheads, doors, furniture and Formica. Work assignments will be accomplished using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, shipyard procedures and shop machinery. Work conditions may include entry in restricted/confined spaces.
Qualifications
Required:
- Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or be a current High School Senior
- 0-5 years of relevant experience
- Must be available to work any shift
- Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
- Successful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative training program
- Previous metal fabrication experience
- Military shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Automotive industry experience
PI231569791
Groton, CT
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
Should I Apply?
At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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