Pipefitter - Skilled
US-CT-Groton
Job ID: 2026-18471
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 50
Category: Manufacturing Support/Trades
EB Groton Shipyard
Overview
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 Pipefitting Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.
Job Responsibilities
Pipefitters fabricate and install the piping systems that will carry the ship's liquids and gasses at the various pressures
Apply measurement, fit-up bending and installation skills and techniques to comply with tight tolerances
Pipe fit-up may involve welded joints, silver brazed joints or mechanically fastened joints
Able to work with very small tubing to very large diameter piping
Systems include hydraulic, lube oil, and low pressure air, and low and high pressure steam, sea water, chilled water and potable water
Groom systems to prepare for Company, Navy and Government inspections
Use freeze seals of piping in operational mode to effect repairs
Work conditions may include entry into restricted and confined spaces
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
401K Plan
Paid Vacation and holidays
Shift Premium
Health and Wellness Programs including Onsite Wellness Facility, Pharmacy, and Physical Therapy
Commuter/Van Services
Tuition Reimbursement Program
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Hourly Rates from $31.61 - $41.14
Responsibilities
Must be able to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, Blueprints, test documents, diagrams
Must be able to work all shifts and in all environments as well as in Radiological areas of the boat
Willing to accept Road Assignments
Must be able to receive and Maintain Nuclear Qualifications
Individuals will be required to possess their own basic hand tools
Qualifications
Required
High School Diploma/GED or 2+ years of relevant technical experience
5+ years of relevant Pipefitting or related Mechanical experience
Must be available to train and work on any shift
Preferred
Completion of Vocational, Technical and/or Community Colleges or Apprentice program
Military Shipbuilding, manufacturing or shipyard experience
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