Nuclear Construction Shielding Mechanic

Company: General Dynamics Corporation
Location: North Kingstown
Posted on: November 16, 2023

Job Description:

Responsibilities for this Position

Nuclear Construction Shielding Mechanic

US-RI-North Kingstown

Job ID: 2023-10952
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 21
Category: Building Trades
EB Quonset Point Facility

Overview

Do you have construction and/or carpentry experience? Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career?

Apply today! Become a part of the team at Electric Boat, where we take pride in building the wordls' most advance submarines.

Nuclear Construction Shielding Mechanics are required to cut, fit and install lead and plastic shielding to support submarine construction. This work requires a talented crafts-person with an aptitude to learn and the ability to visualize a job from start to finish. The 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, undercut saws, paint brush, rollers, spray paint equipment and various pneumatic tools such as, handheld chipping hammers, grinders, nail guns and burr tools.

Applicants will be required to read and interpret plans and shipyard procedures.

Some of the Benefits we provide to you include:

• Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K plan 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 This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.
  
  Responsibilities
  • 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 Qualifications
    
    Required:
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Carpentry experience or training and/or construction experience or relevant work experience
    • Basic mathematical skills
    • Ability to work all shifts, in confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as required
    • Ability to qualify for Lead and Poly installation 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 PI232532689
        
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