Carpenter Laborer

Gulf Copper & Mfg. Corp. • Galveston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Gulf Copper is currently seeking laborers to support our carpenters on the Texas Battleship in our Galveston shipyard. This position is responsible for assisting other craftworkers, performing general clean-up, preparing and maintaining work areas, and ensuring safety protocols are followed, especially during hot work operations. Laborers must be familiar with the duties of other craftworkers and the materials, tools, and machinery they use. Collaboration within the team is essential for efficient task completion.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• One or more years' experience in Industrial and/or marine industry preferred.
• Must wear hearing, eye, and other necessary protective equipment.
• Some climbing (100 feet) and lifting (50 lbs.) involved.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High performance and a strong team player.
• Laborers need manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, good physical fitness, a good sense of balance, and an ability to work as a member of a team.
• Ability to carry out directives effectively, and on time.
• Having a desire to assist and clean up without the need for direction.
• Commitment to company values and safety program.

Responsibilities

• Perform general clean-up work such as sweeping, mopping, and repairing.
• Prepare and maintain a clean work area at production/construction sites.
• Inspect areas before performing hot work to ensure all flammable and combustible materials have been removed.
• Deliver all safety equipment, including appropriate fire extinguishers, to the site.
• Stay stationed at the work site to respond quickly to prevent fires.
• Conduct frequent inspections of hot work areas during hot work to ensure the area is still safe and working conditions are favorable.
• Assist fitters and welders with setting up equipment like torch hoses, extension cords, and welding lines before hot work begins.
• Report fires and accidents to the officer of the deck and Firewatch Coordinator immediately.
• Remain in place for thirty minutes following work performed to clean the area and ensure worksite conditions remain safe.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees