Overview
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.
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 $23.12 - $28.70
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.
Qualifications
Required:
- Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or have 2+ years related technical experience
- 0-5 years of relevant experience
- Must be available for all shifts.
Preferred:
- Knowledge of hazardous material and environmental policies
- 6 months of painting experience
- Vocational or Technical schools with manufacturing or trades focus, Apprentice Programs, Military, Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Automotive experience
- Completion or enrollment in MPI manufacturing pipeline for Paint