Pipefitter - Entry Level and Skilled

General Dynamics Electric BoatGeneral Dynamics Electric BoatNorth Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States
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Posted

9/2/2026

Employment

Full time

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Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

Fabricate and install piping systems for ships, including hydraulic, steam, and water systems. Perform pipe fit-up, cutting, and maintenance of piping components to meet strict inspection standards.

Requirements overview

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, or two years of related technical experience. Candidates must be able to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in extreme temperatures.

Key skills

PipefittingPlumbingHVACPipe bendingWeldingMetal fabricationBlueprint readingTechnical manual interpretationMechanical fasteningPipe fit-upLayout functionsCommunicationTeamworkSafety compliance

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Education requirements

high school

About General Dynamics Electric Boat

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Employees

9,769

Type

Public Company

Size

10,001+ employees

General Dynamics Electric Boat is a business unit of General Dynamics with headquarters in Groton, CT. The world’s first and finest submarine builder, Electric Boat was established in 1899 to complete the U.S. Navy’s first modern commissioned submarine, USS Holland. Designed and built by Electric Boat, USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear-powered submarine, was launched in 1954. Electric Boat has designed and delivered 17 of the U.S. Navy’s 20 classes of nuclear submarines. Now in its second centennial of submarine building, EB is the design yard and prime contractor for the Virginia-class submarine program, currently in production. EB is also designing and developing the Columbia-class ballistic-missile submarine which will replace the current Ohio class beginning in 2027.

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TradesManufacturingConstructionEngineering

Description

Overview Are you interested in learning a new trade, but don't have experience yet? Or do you have plumbing and/or HVAC experience and are looking for a career with opportunities to grow? Apply today! No experience required. As long as you are eager and willing to learn, we will provide training and opportunities for you to excel as a Pipefitter. 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 Pipefitter Responsibilities: Fabricate and install the piping systems that will carry the ship's liquids and gasses at various pressures. Pipefitters use measurement, fit-up bending, and installation skills and techniques to comply with tight tolerances. Familiarity with pipe bending requirements, bolting and welding pipe hangers to support systems & pipe detail fabrication is helpful. Duties include: Pipe fit-up which may involve welded joints, silver brazed joints or mechanically fastened joints Working with very small tubing to very large diameter piping Working with various systems including hydraulic, lube oil, high and low pressure air, high and low pressure steam, sea water, chilled water, and potable water Grooming systems to prepare for Company, Navy and Government inspections Cutting pipe using saws and pipe cutters and fit pipe using consumable inserts Cleaning and maintaining cleanliness of piping components This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI. Qualifications Required: High school diploma or equivalent OR 2 plus years of related technical experience 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 Preferred: Ability to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, diagrams, and perform basic layout functions Pipefitting, plumbing, HVAC experience or training Experience working in the construction industry or a manufacturing environment Metal fabrication experience and military shipbuilding experience Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs Related Military/Navy experience Skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals Physical Qualifications Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting Environmental Attributes Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Wet

Requirements

  • Pipefitting
  • Plumbing
  • HVAC
  • Pipe bending
  • Welding
  • Metal fabrication
  • Blueprint reading
  • Technical manual interpretation
  • Mechanical fastening
  • Pipe fit-up
  • Layout functions
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Safety compliance

Benefits

  • Paid Training
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Prescription coverage
  • 401K plan
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid holidays
  • Shift Differential
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Commuter/Van Services
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
  • Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities

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