WaterJet Operator

Clearance Level
None
Category
SCA
Location
Pawcatuck, Connecticut
(Onsite Workplace)
Key Skills For Success

Measuring Instruments

Mechanical Aptitude

Metal Fabrication

REQ#: RQ222045
Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact

Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.

Job Description
The Water Jet Operator works within the Sheet Metal fabrication shop.Operating the OMAX WaterJet to cut and fabricate precision parts and assemblies.Job Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Coordinating daily work with department supervisor
  • Responsible for programing, set-up, and operation of waterjet machine
  • Loading & unloading material or finished parts from machine.
  • Interpretation of drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished products.
  • Inspection of completed work for quality standards and GDIT conformance requirements.
  • Perform preventative maintenance to upkeep to machine and work area
  • Responsible for the rebuilding or replacement of machine parts as required.
  • Assist in operation of other Shop Machinery.
Qualifications:
  • Experience in CNC metal cutting or machining 1 -3 years
  • AA/AS Degree or equivalent experience
  • Prior sheet metal fabrication skills or relevant experience.
  • Ability to rebuild or replace machine parts as needed
  • Basic knowledge of shop machinery, hand, and power tools
  • Basic reading, writing, and math skills
  • Ability to read blueprints.
  • Ability to work within a small, motivated team
  • Knowledge of precision measuring instruments (i.e.: calipers, micrometers, gages, etc.).
  • Ability to lift 50lbs.
  • Ability to stand for an 8hr shift minimum
  • Must be able to obtain forklift certification
  • US citizenship required
GDIT IS YOUR PLACEAt GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do:
  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off
  • Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.
Work Requirements
Years of Experience

1 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

None

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Salary and Benefit Information

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $23.80 - $32.20. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
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About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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