Painter - Semi-Skilled - Groton, CT, United States - BuildSubmarines

Description

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 $ $24.53

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

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 Painter.

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:


Support Services that EWIB provides:
Attendance Stipends
Transportation AssistanceMileage 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
Job Responsibilities:


Painters are responsible for:

Painters preserve the hull and components by sealing the submarines with chemicals and paints that prevent corrosion and protect against the accumulation of marine life.

Prepare the surface, mix and apply a variety of paints and finishes, such as baked on plastics, vinyl, and epoxy paints.

Paint thickness must be measured and documented. This requirement makes it essential that the Painter maintain a high level of quality.
Candidates must be able to sandblast, use pneumatic tools, roll brush and spray paint.
Candidates must be able to perform strenuous task for long durations
Must be able to work in confined spaces and elevated areas.
Must be able to obtain respiratory qualifications and maintain them
Willing to travel to support off-site work.
Must be able to work all shifts.

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 for all shifts.

Preferred:

Knowledge of hazardous material and environmental policies
6months of painting experience
Vocational, Technical Colleges, Apprentice Programs, Military, Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Automotive experience

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