Maintenance Trades Helper - Painter Trainee

Type of Requisition:

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

SCA

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Paint Spraying Equipment, Paint Systems, Sanders (Tool)

Certifications:

Experience:

0 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), located in Pawcatuck, CT has been supporting the US Navy Submarine and Surface Ships for over 30 years.  We are a full-service organization ranging from concept development through installation.  We support all facets of the ship building industrial base including Engineering, Design and Drafting, Precision Machining, Sheet Metal, Structural Fabrication, Welding, Finishing, Electronic Assembly, and Installations.    Employees appreciate the team atmosphere and knowing we are providing a high-quality product in a safe and friendly environment.  We are located right between Groton, CT and Quonset Point, RI offering an easy commute and ample parking outside the building for a quick 30 second walk to your work area.   GDIT is looking for immediate hires that are US Citizens where a security clearance is not required to start your new career.   We are a growing business unit of General Dynamics, offering competitive wages with opportunities for advancement, seeking energized team players who want to deliver a quality product to our customers.  

Skills:

Ability to work independently and pay attention to details.  Ability to ready basic blueprints.

Job Description Summary:

Experience in using industrial paints such as enamels, epoxy and urethane paint systems. 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

The ability to spray paint using HVLP spray guns. 

The proper use and applications of industrial paints such as enamels, epoxy, and urethane paint systems.

How to read and understand Tech Data Sheets for mixing and applying different paint systems.

Proper techniques of prepping parts for paint using sanders and on occasion sand blasting.

The use of small hand tools such as dial calipers, tape measures and scales.

Education and Experience:

1+ years of related experience.

Requires a High School diploma or GED.

Technical or Vocational Training preferred but not required.

Skills and Abilities:

Attention to Detail

Reliability

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Self-motivated

US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $12.55 - $20.84. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA CT Pawcatuck

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, acciden