JOB DETAILS

Electrician - Entry Level and Skilled

CompanyGeneral Dynamics Electric Boat
LocationNorth Kingstown
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 4, 2026
About The Company
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.
About the Role

Overview

Are you interested in learning a new trade, but don't have experience yet? Or are you a skilled electrician looking for a new opportunity?

 

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 an electrician.

 

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 

Electrician Responsibilities:

  • Fabricate and install wire-way hangers, stud shooting, install bulkhead stuffing tubes and various sizes and types of cables (through and local) 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

No electrical license required.

 

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
  • Ability to frequently carry up to 25 lbs. and push/pull more than 25 lbs.
  • Must be able 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:

  • 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
  • High school diploma/GED; additional preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
  • Military/Navy experience 

Skills

  • Must possess proficient, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Applicant will be required to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily
Key Skills
Electrical installationBlueprint readingSchematic interpretationFiber optic testingCable installationHand tool proficiencyCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeamworkTechnical manual interpretationSafety compliance
Categories
TradesManufacturingEngineeringConstruction
Benefits
Paid trainingMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePrescription coverage401k planPaid vacationPaid holidaysShift differentialHealth and wellness programsCommuter servicesTuition reimbursement programSafety boot reimbursement programProfessional developmentAdvancement opportunities
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The electrician will fabricate and install wire-way hangers, cables, and various electrical components for submarine systems. They are also responsible for building and testing fiber optic systems and installing main power switchboards.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
9207
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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