What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Manufacturing Apprentice position at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works?
Job Description:
BIW APPRENTICE SCHOOL ADMISSIONS
Apprenticeship is an educational and career opportunity unlike any other - Earn while you learn! We offer high quality, comprehensive apprenticeship opportunities for highly motivated students interested in getting a college degree while launching their shipbuilding career (https://gdbiw.com/careers/apprenticeship-programs/).
THIS POSTING IS FOR AN 8,000 HR (APPROX 4 YEAR) APPRENTICESHIP IN A MANUFACTURING TRADE THAT INCLUDES RIGOROUS COLLEGE COURSEWORK. ALL 8,000 HOURS ARE SERVED IN ONE TRADE.
TRADE JOB DESCRIPTION
Apprenticeship is a first shift position.
Apprenticeships may be available in the following trades: carpentry, electricians, machinists (inside and outside), pipefitters, shipfitters, tinsmiths, welders, and maintenance. Each trade has their own job requirements and may have additional requirements beyond those listed below. For more detail on each trade, please visit: Apprenticeship Programs – General Dynamics – Bath Iron Works (gdbiw.com)
Required/Preferred Education/Training:
THIS POSTING IS FOR AN 8,000 HR (APPROX 4 YEAR) APPRENTICESHIP IN A MANUFACTURING TRADE THAT INCLUDES RIGOROUS COLLEGE COURSEWORK. ALL 8,000 HOURS ARE SERVED IN ONE TRADE.
TRADE JOB DESCRIPTION
Apprenticeship is a first shift position.
Apprenticeships may be available in the following trades: carpentry, electricians, machinists (inside and outside), pipefitters, shipfitters, tinsmiths, welders, and maintenance. Each trade has their own job requirements and may have additional requirements beyond those listed below. For more detail on each trade, please visit: Apprenticeship Programs – General Dynamics – Bath Iron Works (gdbiw.com)
Required:
- Be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
- Have a high school education or equivalent (GED) at the time of hire.
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Have competence with common PC-based software (Microsoft Office products, Internet browser, etc.).
- Have access to computer, Internet, and common software outside of work for completing course assignments.
Required Submissions:
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Submit a cover letter explaining your motivation for apply to this position within 30-days of applying.
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Submit official transcripts from all high schools and colleges attended within 30-days of applying.
- Submit and demonstrate college readiness in reading, writing, and mathematics through taking the ACCUPLACER test at your local community college within 30-days of applying.
After submitting the initial on-line application, you have 30-days to provide all supporting documentation e.g., cover letter, high school and college transcripts, and your ACCUPLACER score. Further communication/emails will direct the applicant regarding how to take the ACCUPLACER and submit documents. For those who are local to BIW, a popular location is SMCC’s Midcoast Campus located in Brunswick, ME. However, if you live in another state and your local community college offers a different placement test, we may accept them as a replacement to the ACCUPLACER. For more information on the test please visit https://accuplacer.collegeboard.org/ The admissions staff reviews applications only after receiving all documentation.
Preferred:
Preferred:
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Trade/Vocational School graduate.
- Experience using basic hand tools and working in a construction or industrial manufacturing environment.
Required:
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Must meet the requirements of the Physical Task Analysis, including (but not limited to): climbing ladders, climbing stairs, working inside, outside, at heights, in confined spaces, on units, on ships, and/or in buildings.
- Ability to wear a respirator, use hand tools, and use pneumatic tools is.
- Ability to read tape measure, add/subtract tape measurements, and basic math skills.
Preferred:
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Background in construction, building houses, automotive, spray painting, grinding, burning steel, pipe fitting, electrical, insulating, tin work, steel fabrication, etc.
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Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and other technical documents preferred.
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Strong oral and written communication skills.
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Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to work in a team environment.