What are the responsibilities and job description for the Steel Cutting & Forming Mechanic position at General Dynamics Electric Boat?
| Requisition ID | 2025-14445 | Location | US-RI-North Kingstown | Seat Location | EB Quonset Point Facility | Category | Building Trades | Number of Openings | 20 |
Do you have experience in Carpentry, Metal Fabrication, Shipfitting or Cranes/Forklifts....then this is an exciting career for you!!!!
Steel Processing takes raw material (plate and shapes) through a variety of cutting and forming techniques to create the parts to fabricate the Hull and Structure of our nuclear submarines.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Burners-working with oxy propane and plasma torches to create & bend the steel plates
- Formers-forming rolls & c-frame press utilizing press brakes ranging from 65 ton to 5K ton
Transportation-trained and certified in forklift and 50 ton overhead cranes in order to maneuver steel throughout the department.
Some of the Benefits we provide to you include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K Plan
- Paid Vacation and holidays
- Shift Premium
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Commuter/Van Services/Ripta
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Advancement Opportunities
- Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.
Required:
High school diploma/GED OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience
- Hand/Power tool usage(grinders, sanders, hand torches, general tools)
- Available to work all shifts
- Ability to read Basic blueprints and interpretation for layout, forming & shipyard procedures
- Ability to perform and use basic math and measuring tools to perform initial layout and verification of final dimensions
- Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools
Preferred:
- Construction background and/or relevant experience or training
- Experience in steel forming and steel cutting
- Shipfitting, Carpentry or Metal Fabrication
- Lifting and Handling (Overhead Cranes, Forklifts etc.)
- CNC experience with cutting/forming equipment.
- Experience with bending steel plates, oxy propane or plasma cutting equipment and band saw cutting operations
- Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
- Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals
- Strong and effective communication with all shipmates
General Dynamics Electric Boat is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.
It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, age,
protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.
