Shipyard Laborer

Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp•Salisbury, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity is a full-time and benefits-eligible position. The duties and responsibilities of a laborer are all geared toward maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient construction site while also supporting the overall project.

Requirements

All types of physical movement are required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions.
Ability to use upper and lower extremities.
Ability to work outside in heat, inclement weather, and cold.
Ability to crawl, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend around and under equipment, on ladders up to 24' at heights up to 70', stairs, scaffolds, through small accesses, enter inside of tanks, and confined spaces, through hatches, and manholes throughout much of the work shift.
Occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work over bodies of water.
Ability to traverse uneven terrain, including loose pack gravel.
Normal level of visual acuity needed.
Must be able to understand and follow directions.
Normal hearing level needed.
Hand-eye coordination required.

Responsibilities

Clean and prepare construction sites, vessels, and buildings.
Load and unload furniture and material on vessels when assigned.
Maintaining a clear and clean facility.
Assist skilled tradespeople of all departments and on-site contractors as needed.
Follow instructions from supervisors and implement construction plans.
Preparing outdoor areas for various weather conditions (snow/debris removal, ice melt).
Complete a wide variety of general labor tasks.
Safe use of all tools and equipment.
Work independently and with team.
All other duties as assigned based on operational needs.

Benefits

Competitive Pay: $16.00/hr.
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus: Paid in two installments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment for eligible full-time positions.
Employee Referral Bonus: Earn $500 for each referred candidate who is hired.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage available for employees and their families.
$20,000 AD&D life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided at no cost to full-time employees.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for eligible employees.
401(k) with 5% Company Match: Available for full-time and part-time employees.
Six company-paid holidays each year.
Paid Sick and Vacation: 80 hours during your first year 96 hours after 1 year 144 hours after 5 years 168 hours after 10 years
Career Growth Opportunities: Advance within your department or explore opportunities across the shipyard while working with a supportive and empowered team.
Overtime Opportunities: Available for hours worked beyond 40 per week.