About this role
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 Heavy Equipment Mechanic 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
The ideal candidate will have experience performing repairs and PM’s to a variety of heavy mobile equipment and vehicles to include mobile cranes, forklifts, and manlifts. Experience with special purpose vehicles (transporters and similar equipment) utilizing gasoline or diesel power and have mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems/controls not commonly found on transporters or ordinary transport trucks is preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct PM inspections and tests in accordance with written documents and Electric Boat standards
- Complete major repairs and overhauls to various mobile equipment
- Repair, replace, diagnose failed pistons, valves, bearings, cylinders, etc.
- Repair and troubleshoot electromechanical controls on various mobile equipment
- Perform all work in a safe manner as outlined by OSHA and company safety manual
- Perform maintenance checks and inspections of fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, tires, clutches, etc.
- Test, troubleshoot, and adjust hydraulic valves, pumps and motors
- Inspect, repair, and replace diesel engines, main bearing assemblies, steering assemblies, air and hydraulic brakes, etc.
- Periodic travel to support major moves is required
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience
- 3+ years of mechanic experience
- Diesel engine repair and maintenance experience
Preferred:
- Specific trade certifications/licensing
- 5+ years of mechanic experience
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills are key to this role
- Knowledge and skill to determine the cause of malfunctions and make necessary repairs to a variety of mobile equipment
- Knowledge of electronics to identify and replace failed components
- Must have basic knowledge to perform maintenance on various pumps, motors, internal gearing, hydraulic systems, and mechanical joints associated with mobile equipment
- Ability to read and interpret service manuals, wiring diagrams, and other technical publications
- Ability to trouble shoot and diagnose electrical and electronic control systems associated with mobile equipment.
- Basic computer skills
Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingEnvironmental Attributes
Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, WetOther facts
About General Dynamics Electric Boat
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.
What you'll do
- The Heavy Equipment Mechanic will conduct PM inspections and tests, complete major repairs and overhauls, and troubleshoot electromechanical controls on various mobile equipment. The role requires performing maintenance checks and ensuring all work is done safely according to OSHA standards.
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