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General Dynamics Electric Boat

Rigger - Entry Level & Semi-Skilled

  • Groton, CT
  • Full time

Found by HiredNow AI on Jan 14, 2026. Subscribers saw it first.

About the role

Overview

Candidates for Rigger will be trained in the following requirements:

  • Selection and use of wire rope, chain and synthetic web slings, rigging hardware, and lifting devices
  • Interpretation of rated  charts for rigging gear
  • Safe rigging practices and procedures
  • Hand and radio communications and the responsibilities of the Rigger in Charge
  • Determination of weight and center of gravity of loads
  • Selection and use of hoists, chain falls and come-alongs
  • Lifting and Handling gear inspection

Using the above acquired skills the rigger will be expected to support the following shipbuilding processes:

  • Support the assembly and disassembly of machinery and equipment on and off the ships
  • Responsible for lifting, moving and positioning ships and shipyard machinery, equipment, structural parts and other heavy loads

Rig nuclear components

Working under radiological controls (obtain and work with a TLD). Provide emergency response to fires and accidents

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K Plan

Paid Vacation and holidays

Shift Premium

Health and Wellness Programs

Commuter/Rideshare Van Services

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Safety Boot Reimbursement Program

Hourly Rates from $24.28 - $30.13

Qualifications

Required

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent or 2+ years relevant technical experience
  • 0-5 years of relevant experience
  • Must be able to work all shifts

Preferred Qualifications

Previous rigging experience

Successful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative Training Program

Skills

  • Candidates must be able to read and understand shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, etc.
  • Candidates must be able to work all shifts, perform work from heights.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Physical Qualifications

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

Environmental Attributes

Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet

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