Electrician - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Electrician
US-PA-Scranton
Job ID: 2024-30543
Type: Full Time
# of Openings: 3
Category: Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
Scranton, PA
Overview
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an Electrician to join our Scranton, PA Team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.
GD-OTS in Scranton offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.
Purpose:
- The Electrician works in Forge, TMP, Production and Machine Shop by installing, troubleshooting and repairing facility electrical control systems, PLC, CNC relay and computer controlled manufacturing equipment.
- An Electrician uses a variety of hand tools.
Responsibilities
- While installing, troubleshooting and repairing facility electrical systems, PLC, CNC relay and computer controlled manufacturing equipment, an Electrician regularly reads and comprehends electrical drawings to analyze all low, medium and high voltage systems.
- Works with and follows Basic Rules of Manufacturing, GDOTS, Scranton Environmental Policy, ISO Documentation, Quality Policy and other work related policies.
- At all times demonstrates common electrical safety and safety practices associated with the manufacturing environment and the use of hand or industrial equipment.
- Follows lockout/ tagout and confined space entry procedures.
- Adheres to hazardous material.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Education/Experience:
- An electrical degree from a college or technical school or any combination of education, training or work related experience
- 3+ years experience in a heavy manufacturing environment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Must be able to pass an aptitude test for Electricians
- Must be willing to work off shifts and experience working in an union environment
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Scranton, PA
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
Should I Apply?
At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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