Electrician - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Electrician
US-RI-North Kingstown
Job ID: 2024-13008
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 30
Category: Building Trades
EB Quonset Point Facility
Overview
General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking electricians to join our North Kingstown, RI team!
Become a part of the team at Electric Boat, where we take pride in building the worlds' most advanced submarines!
Some of the Benefits we provide to you include:
- Paid Training
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Prescription coverage
- 401K plan
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shift
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Commuter/Van Services/Ripta
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
- Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities
- Fabricate and install wire-way hangers, stud shooting, install bulkhead stuffing tubes and various sizes and types of cables for lighting, communications, control, power, electronics, nuclear and weapons systems
- Installation of components (terminal boxes, switches, controllers, wiring harnesses, cabinets etc.) for the various electrical systems
- Install main power switchboards and electrical nuclear equipment, cut in and hookup cables for installed components and installation and hook-up of ship's lighting
- Install / build and test fiber optic systems
This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.
Responsibilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year related work experience or training
- Ability to frequently carry up to 25 lbs. and push/pull more than 25 lbs.
- Available to work all shifts
- Ability to work at heights, confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as required
- Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools
- Electrical/electronics trade experience or training
- Blueprint/electrical schematic reading and interpretation
- Ability to interpret electrical and shipyard procedures, electrical schematics, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams
- Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
- Military/Navy experience
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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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