[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All General Dynamics jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/) · [Search jobs](/search/) General Dynamics · Groton, CT # Painter - Entry Level & Semi-Skilled Groton, CT, US Full-time $23.12 - $28.70 Skilled Trades & Maintenance Listed on General Dynamics’s official careers site. Posted March 26, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on General Dynamics’s careers site →](https://www.gd.com/careers/painter-entry-level-semi-skilled-groton-ct-us-2026-17383-eb-opportunity) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [General Dynamics](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/) / Painter - Entry Level & Semi-Skilled ## Job description Responsibilities for this Position Painter - Entry Level & Semi-Skilled US-CT-Groton Job ID: 2026-17383 Type: Full-Time # of Openings: 100 Category: Building Trades EB Groton Shipyard Overview Job Responsibilities: Painters are responsible for: Painters preserve the hull and components by sealing the submarines with chemicals and paints that prevent corrosion and protect against the accumulation of marine life. Prepare the surface, mix and apply a variety of paints and finishes, such as baked on plastics, vinyl, and epoxy paints. Paint thickness must be measured and documented. This requirement makes it essential that the Painter maintain a high level of quality. Candidates must be able to sandblast, use pneumatic tools, roll brush and spray paint. Candidates must be able to perform strenuous task for long durations Must be able to work in confined spaces and elevated areas. Must be able to obtain respiratory qualifications and maintain them Willing to travel to support off-site work. Must be able to work all shifts. ### Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision 401K Plan Paid Vacation and holidays Shift Premium Health and Wellness Programs Commuter/Van Services Tuition Reimbursement Program Safety Boot Reimbursement Program Hourly Rates from $23.12 - $28.70 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 Painters Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines. Interested in learning a new trade, but don't have any experience yet? Apply today! As long as you are eager and willing to learn, we will provide training to teach you how to excel as an Outside Machinist. In collaboration with the State of Connecticut, Electric Boat offers pre-employment training (EWIB) to get you started on learning the fundamentals of the trade. ### To register for EWIB [https://mpiapplication.ewib.org](https://mpiapplication.ewib.org) Support Services that EWIB provides: Attendance Stipends Transportation Assistance Mileage Reimbursement (IRS Rate) Car Based Solutions (car repairs, registration, auto insurance) Organizing Uber or Taxi rides Childcare assistance Clothing or boots Rent, Utilities, Technology, and other supports - Not required for current Electric Boat Employees ### Qualifications - Required: Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or have 2+ years related technical experience 0-5 years of relevant experience Must be available for all shifts. Successful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) ### Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative training program if applicable Preferred Knowledge of hazardous material and environmental policies 6 months of painting experience Vocational or Technical schools with manufacturing or trades focus, Apprentice Programs, Military, Shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Automotive experience PI283367647 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Mar 26, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 13, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 207 days - Location: Groton, CT, US - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $23.12 - $28.70[Apply on General Dynamics’s careers site →](https://www.gd.com/careers/painter-entry-level-semi-skilled-groton-ct-us-2026-17383-eb-opportunity) ## More jobs at General Dynamics ### [D501 Facilities Maintenance Summer Internship | General Dynamics](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/9405fee67486fb66fa7d/) Groton, CT, US ### [Heavy Equipment Repair Mechanic](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/2b9cc63c17e08120ff4e/) Groton, CT, US ### [Integrated Power Systems (IPS) COLUMBIA Class Electrical/Mechanical Systems Engineering - 2027 Engineering Summer Internship](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/2e145e7a9a556a7e7cfd/) Groton, CT, US ### [Maintenance Pipefitter](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/dd246d67dd46619ede7f/) Groton, CT, US ### [Marine Mechanic (Outside Machinist) - Skilled](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/10bbd1af5970b8f5f801/) Groton, CT, US ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Painter Semi Skilled (October 2026 Hiring Event)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/huntington-ingalls-industries/jobs/15784c6b9ff1ca6d3a52/) Huntington Ingalls Industries · Pascagoula, Mississippi, United States ### [Aircraft Painter Entry/ Aircraft Painter Level 1](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/eabd49dad75d0be3d392/) Northrop Grumman · United States-California-Palmdale ### [Shipfitter - Semi-Skilled](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/huntington-ingalls-industries/jobs/add7d963312348d52e52/) Huntington Ingalls Industries · Pascagoula, Mississippi, United States ### [Aircraft Painter - Entry & Level 1](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/a60064a952e8b5093d15/) Northrop Grumman · United States-California-Palmdale ### [Fabricator/ Painter](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/4cd732f7d93070b5d638/) Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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