Lagger Entry Level & Semi-Skilled at Electric Boat – Groton, Connecticut

Lagger Entry Level & Semi-Skilled

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2026-17314
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 30
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.

Interested in learning a new trade?

Apply today! As long as you are eager and willing to learn, we will provide training to teach you how to excel as a Lagger.

• 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, Vision401K PlanPaid Vacation and holidaysShift PremiumHealth and Wellness Programs including Onsite Wellness Facility, Pharmacy, and Physical TherapyCommuter/Van ServicesTuition Reimbursement ProgramSafety Boot Reimbursement ProgramHourly Rates from $23.12 - $28.70

Qualifications

Required:

• Must have a High School Diploma/GED, be a current High School Senior OR 2+ years of relevant technical experience
• 0-5 years of relevant experience to this job description

Preferred:

• Additional preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
• Military Shipbuilding, manufacturing, or shipyard experience