Shipfitter Entry Level & Semi-Skilled

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    "description": "<h2>Overview</h2>\n<p>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. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>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.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Benefits:</p>\n<ul>\n <li>Medical, Dental, Vision</li>\n <li>401K Plan</li>\n <li>Paid Vacation and holidays</li>\n <li>Shift Premium</li>\n <li>Health and Wellness Programs including Onsite Wellness Facility, Pharmacy, and Physical Therapy</li>\n <li>Commuter/Van Services</li>\n <li>Tuition Reimbursement Program</li>\n <li>Safety Boot Reimbursement Program</li>\n <li>Hourly Rates from $24.28 - $30.13</li>\n</ul>\n<p><em>Interested in learning a new trade, but don't have any experience yet? </em></p>\n<p>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 <strong>(EWIB)</strong> to get you started on learning the fundamentals of the trade.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>To register for EWIB: <strong>https://mpiapplication.ewib.org</strong> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Support Services that EWIB provides: </p>\n<ul>\n <li>Attendance Stipends</li>\n <li>Transportation Assistance</li>\n <ul>\n  <li>Mileage Reimbursement (IRS Rate)</li>\n  <li>Car Based Solutions (car repairs, registration, auto insurance)</li>\n  <li>Organizing Uber or Taxi rides</li>\n </ul>\n <li>Childcare assistance</li>\n <li>Clothing or boots</li>\n <li>Rent, Utilities, Technology, and other supports</li>\n</ul>\n<p>***Not required for current Electric Boat Employees***</p>\n<h2>Qualifications</h2>\n<p><strong>Required:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Must have a High School Diploma/GED or be a current High School Senior OR 2+ years of relevant technical experience</li>\n <li>0-5 years of relevant experience to this job description</li>\n <li>Successful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative training program if applicable</li>\n <li>Must be available to train and work on any shift</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Preferred: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Additional preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs</li>\n <li>Knowledge in fitting, fairing and shaping steel pieces, hull sections, bulkheads and equipment foundations </li>\n <li>Ability to interpret structural drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Skills</h2>\n<ul>\n <li>Must be able to work all shifts and in all environments as well as Radiological areas of the boat</li>\n <li>Willing to accept road job assignments</li>\n <li>Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools </li>\n <li>Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Physical Qualifications</h2>Climbing, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting\n<h2>Environmental Attributes</h2>Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet",
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