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General Dynamics Electric Boat

Welding Machine Repair - Mechanical (Semi-Skilled)

20 days ago by General Dynamics Electric Boat
  • Salary negotiable
  • Groton, CT, US
  • Full-time
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AI summary

Semi-skilled mechanical role maintaining and repairing a wide range of welding and related shop equipment within the Welding Department at General Dynamics Electric Boat, a premier builder of nuclear-powered submarines for the US Navy. You'll troubleshoot and service welding machines, gas burning/preheat setups, drills/boring equipment, and hydraulic jacks/pumps, sometimes in confined spaces. Standout perks include shift premium plus tuition reimbursement and strong benefits.

Key skills
Repair and maintenance of manual/semi-automatic/automatic welding equipmentOxygen/propane and oxygen/acetylene burning equipment maintenanceMaintenance of preheat and related equipmentMagna drill and boring bar maintenanceHydraulic jack and pump maintenanceParts and equipment ordering (PC-based)Tool tracking and issue/collectionAbility to distinguish between colorsWorking in confined spacesSecurity clearance eligibility for shipyard access (CIA)
Salary not listed β€” comparable welding equipment repair/maintenance technician roles in Groton, CT typically pay about $25–$40/hour (roughly $52k–$83k/year), depending on experience and shift premium.
You'll thrive here if you have hands-on mechanical repair experience with welding and related equipment, can handle physical/industrial conditions safely, and want to learn and grow in a high-demand shipyard environment.
Why apply
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K plan and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and shift premium
Overview

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 Welding Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.

  • Responsible for repair and maintenance of all manual, semi-automatic, and automatic welding equipment
  • Repair and maintenance of all oxygen/propane, oxygen/acetylene burning, preheat, and related equipment
  • Repair and maintenance of all mold in place equipment
  • Repair and maintenance of magna drills, boring bars and related equipment
  • Repair and maintenance of hydraulic jacks, pumps, and associated equipment
  • Work conditions may include confined spaces

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

Qualifications

Required:

  • High School Diploma, GED, OR have 2+ years of related technical experience
  • 1-5 years of repair and maintenance experience of all manual, semi-automatic, and automatic welding equipment
  • Security clearance to enter all areas of the shipyard (CIA) is required
  • Must be able to work until the end of the normal scheduled shift hours
  • Must have the ability to distinguish between colors for the purpose of performing the job

Preferred:
  • 3 - 5 years of experience repair and maintenance experience of all manual, semi-automatic, and automatic welding equipment
  • 1+ years of PC background experience in parts and equipment ordering and tool tracking issues/collection

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

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

Reference: 25765_534450896Β·Original posting
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