Lagger Skilled

Job ID Number
2026-17315
Groton, CT, US
Category
Manufacturing and Production
Employment Type
Full Time
Business Unit
Electric Boat

Responsibilities for this Position


Lagger Skilled

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2026-17315
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 5
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 Lagging Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.

  • Pipecoverers (Laggers) work with fiberglass, calcium silicate, PVC Nitrile rubber, barium sulfate, and all standard lagging coverings and provide anti-sweat, personnel protection, thermal and acoustic insulation treatments on all piping systems and major shipboard components as required by plan
  • Uses chicken wire and high temperature cement to provide a hard covering on some insulation materials and sews various coverings on other treatments
  • Able to interpret drawings and insulation schedules as necessary to complete assigned work
  • Work conditions may include entry into restricted and confined spaces
  • Ability to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, diagrams, and perform basic layout functions
  • Must be willing to work road assignments and work in Radiological areas of the boat
  • Must be able to work all shifts
  • Must be available to work overtime assignments as required
  • Will be required to possess your own basic hand tools
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain as US Dept. of Defense SECRET Clearance

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
  • Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
  • Hourly Rates from $31.61 - $41.14


Qualifications

Required:

  • Must have a High School Diploma/GED OR 2+ years of relevant technical experience
  • 5+ years of relevant pipecovering experience

Preferred:

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Additional preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
  • Military Shipbuilding, manufacturing, or shipyard experience



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