Shipfitter Entry Level & Semi-Skilled

Electric Boat Shipfitter Opportunity 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 Shipfitting Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines. 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 US Navy while maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. Working with various metals, a Shipfitter is required to interpret construction drawings with basic mathematic ability. Job tasks include layout, fabrication, assembly and installation of foundations, structures, components and deck packages. Individuals need to develop a working knowledge of structural weld joint fit-up/weld symbols, burning and grinding operations. Work assignments will be accomplished using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, and shipyard procedures. Work conditions may include entry in restricted/confined spaces.

Hourly Rates from $24.28 - $30.13 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 Shipfitter. In collaboration with the State of Connecticut, Electric Boat offers pre-employment training to get you started on learning the fundamentals of the trade. 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*Not required for current Electric Boat Employees*Qualifications