WHY JOIN BALLARD MARINE CONSTRUCTION?

Ballard Marine Construction is a specialty marine and underwater contractor based in Washougal, WA, with regional offices and projects throughout North America.

Why join Ballard?  It’s as simple.  You get to work on really cool stuff with really cool people.  We live by our values - Safety, Team First, Loyalty, Integrity and Respect.  Our employees are our success.  It’s really that simple.  You want to work here.  Really.  

POSITION SUMMARY:

The General Laborer position assists the skilled craft personnel in performing required construction tasks to complete a project.

We have an immediate need for work in Fort Myers, FL; per diem provided if travel is required.  You will need to be able to get to and work in Fort Myers for an extended period.  

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Education & Certifications:

• Highschool or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Authorized to work in the United States

Experience:

• Experience and proficiency working with standard laborer tools such as (but not limited to): sledgehammers, shovels, brooms, vacuums, pressure washers and general hand tools.
• Prior general/skilled labor experience a plus
• Concrete experience preferred

Skills:

•  Honest, trustworthy, dependable.
• Punctual. Must arrive at work by the designated start time.
• Must have a safety-first attitude. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures is required
• Must display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Ability to work diligently while under time restraints. Willing to accept change.
• Ability to communicate well as part of a small team and work cooperatively with other colleagues.
• Ability to give and receive, understand, respond, and follow verbal and written communication and instructions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate and care for construction equipment and machines.
• Prep construction sites by cleaning obstacles and hazards.
• Load, unload, or identify building materials, machinery, or tools, distributing them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans or specifications.
• Measure, mark, or record openings or distances to layout areas where construction work will be performed.
• Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes.
• Mix, pour, or spread concrete, using portable cement mixers.
• Tend pumps, compressors, or generators to provide power for tools, machinery, or equipment or to heat or move materials, such as asphalt.
• Erect or dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, or other temporary structures.
• Sweeps and cleans the project site.
• Carries lumber and supplies to Carpenters
• Helps carpenters assemble concrete forms
• Assists welders when needed
• Works with cranes and rigging
• Acts as signal person for the equipment operators
• Chips, paints, sweeps, and washes down equipment on the job site
• Safely secure the work area to allow only authorized personnel onto work zone
• Loads and unloads materials from, deck barges, and miscellaneous equipment
• Provide assistance to craft workers, such as carpenters, plasterers, or masons.
• Performs other duties as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in the field and in all weather condition
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials up to 75 pounds.
• Ability able to tolerate, vibrations, heat, and high noise levels
• Able to safely execute duties in and round heavy equipment/large machinery in marine dredging and marine construction job sites
• Able to wear the personal protective equipment (PPE) required of various construction work environments (hard hats, safety glasses, personal flotation devices, respirators, etc.)

BENEFITS:

Ballard offers a comprehensive benefits package and provides a culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.  Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, voluntary optional life and other benefits, LTD, PTO, 401K Plan with employer match, paid holidays, and more!!

PAY/SCHEDULE:

• $18/hr
• Non-exempt (hourly), overtime eligible
• Day shift
• 5/10 hour days

EEO STATEMENT:

Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.

Required Skills Required Experience