Painter- Entry level and Skilled
US-RI-North Kingstown
Job ID: 2026-21407
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 50
Category: Building Trades
EB Quonset Point Facility
Overview
Are you looking for a new career and new challenges? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that offers both paid training and room to grow?
If yes, then apply today for the position of Painter at Electric Boat where we will assist in building the most advanced and sophisticated submarines in the world!
What We Offer
Paid Training
Medical, Dental, Vision
401K plan with up to 6% employer match
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Shift Premium
Health and Wellness Programs
Commuter/Van Services/Ripta
Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
Growth Opportunities
Be part of a team that takes pride in building the worlds' most advance submarines.
Duties include, but are not limited to
Preserve the hull and components by sealing the submarine with chemicals and paints that prevent corrosion and protect against the accumulation of marine life
Interpreting blueprints, technical manuals and shipyard procedures
Surface preparation and painting functions, which involves solvent washing, sanding and/or grit blasting
Measure and document paint thicknesses in order to maintain a high level of quality
Using various shop equipment including table saws, drill presses, routers, sandblast equipment, brush, roller, airless spray and other specialized equipment and air and electric hand held tools
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This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.
Responsibilities
Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Qualifications
Required
High school diploma/GED OR a minimum of 2 years 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
Must be able to obtain and maintain respiratory qualifications
Preferred
Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
Painting experience in at least one of the following areas; Marine Industry, Industrial, residential, autobody or relevant trade experience and/or training
Mold makers, carpentry and masonry experience
Experience applying coatings via brush, roller, conventional sprayers & airless sprayers
Knowledge and use of Graco or equivalent painting tools & equipment
NACE certification
Ability to read blueprints and work with basic hand and power tools
Military experience
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