3rd Class Marine Carpenter

MAIN INDUSTRIES, INC.; Hampton (VA); In loco; USD 26.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive Hourly Pay

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Stable, Year-Round Employment

Descrizione del lavoro

Main Industries in Hampton is seeking dependable and safety-minded 3rd Class Marine Carpenters to join our team. This entry-level role supports construction, repair, and installation of basic marine carpentry structures aboard vessels and in shipyard environments.

If you have basic carpentry skills and are ready to grow in the marine industry, we’d like to hear from you. We offer competitive hourly pay and opportunities to learn from experienced carpenters, with a strong emphasis on safety and

Competenze

• Minimum six months of carpentry, construction, or related hands-on work experience.
• Basic understanding of carpentry principles and measurement.
• Ability to safely use common carpentry hand and power tools.
• Ability to read drawings, sketches, and supervisor directions.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in marine/industrial environments.
• Willingness to learn from experienced carpenters and develop marine skills.
• Strong safety, quality, dependability, attendance, and teamwork.

Mansioni

• Assist with construction, installation, modification, and repair of basic marine carpentry structures.
• Build and install simple structures, enclosures, decking, and supports.
• Measure, cut, assemble, and fasten wood and other materials with hand/power tools.
• Use measuring tools to ensure accurate dimensions and alignment.
• Verify structures are plumb, level, and properly aligned.
• Read and follow drawings, layouts, and supervisor directions.
• Move materials, stage, load, and prepare work sites safely.
• Operate basic carpentry tools with proper training and authorization.
• Inspect tools and report damaged equipment; maintain a clean workspace.

Conoscenze

Carpentry basics

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Safety mindset

Formazione

High school

Strumenti

Tape measure

Square

Level

Power tools

Descrizione del lavoro

• Location 107 E Street,Hampton, VA, 23661,United States
• Base Pay $19.00 - $22.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Location: Hampton, VA

Job Type: Full-Time | Hourly

Build Your Career with Main Industries

For over 50 years, Main Industries has been a trusted leader in the marine and industrial services industry. From our beginnings as a premier marine coatings company, we've grown into a multi-craft leader specializing in surface preparation, protective coatings, scaffolding, and industrial access solutions.

We're seeking dependable and safety-minded 3rd Class Marine Carpenters to join our Hampton team. This entry-level skilled trades position supports the construction, repair, and installation of basic access and support structures aboard vessels and throughout shipyard environments. If you have fundamental carpentry skills, are comfortable using hand and power tools, and are ready to grow your career in the marine industry, we'd like to hear from you.

Pay: Competitive hourly pay, depending on experience, qualifications, certifications, and applicable skills.

Location: Hampton, Virginia. Local candidates are preferred.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the construction, installation, modification, and repair of basic marine and shipyard carpentry structures.
• Build and install simple support and access structures, including temporary enclosures, decking, supports, staging access, and basic framed structures such as doghouses.
• Measure, mark, cut, assemble, and fasten wood and other materials using hand and power tools.
• Use tape measures, squares, levels, and other measuring tools to ensure accurate dimensions, alignment, and proper installation.
• Use a level to verify structures are plumb, level, straight, and properly aligned.
• Perform basic framing, cutting, fastening, and assembly activities under the direction of experienced carpenters and supervisors.
• Read and follow basic drawings, sketches, layouts, work instructions, and supervisor directions.
• Assist with material movement, staging, loading, unloading, and preparation.
• Safely operate basic carpentry hand tools and power tools when properly trained and authorized.
• Inspect tools and materials before use and report damaged or unsafe equipment.
• Work alongside higher-level Marine Carpenters and supervisors to complete assigned work safely and efficiently.
• Assist with dismantling and removing temporary structures when projects are completed.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas in accordance with company and shipyard safety standards.
• Follow all company, customer, and jobsite safety procedures.
• Understand and obey all posted warning, caution, notification, and hazard signs at jobsites.
• Properly use and maintain required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work effectively as part of a team to complete projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum six (6) months of carpentry, construction, or related hands-on work experience.
• Basic understanding of carpentry principles, including measuring, cutting, fastening, framing, and assembly.
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure, square, level, and other basic measuring tools.
• Ability to safely use common carpentry hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and follow basic drawings, sketches, work instructions, and supervisor directions.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in active marine and industrial environments.
• Ability and willingness to learn from experienced carpenters and develop additional marine carpentry skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, dependability, attendance, and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous shipyard or marine industry experience.
• Experience constructing temporary enclosures, decking, supports, staging access, or basic framed structures.
• Experience working with plywood, lumber, and other construction materials.
• Current TWIC Credential or the ability to obtain one if required for assigned work.
• Forklift, JLG, aerial man-lift, or other applicable equipment training or certifications.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry approximately 40–50 pounds.
• Perform physically demanded work for extended periods.
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, and pull throughout the work shift.
• Work aboard maritime vessels and in active shipyard and industrial environments.
• Work in confined spaces and highly elevated work areas when required.
• Climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, and other access systems.
• Safely carry tools, lumber, plywood, and construction materials throughout the work area.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including fall protection and protective clothing when required.
• Work in varying weather conditions and environments with exposure to noise and industrial hazards.

Additional Requirements

• Must meet all applicable federal and state employment requirements.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation.
• Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all required pre-employment screenings, including drug screening (including marijuana), employment eligibility verification, and background screening where permitted by law.
• Must be available to work assigned day or night shifts based on project requirements.
• Must be available to work overtime and weekends when required by project schedules. Overtime opportunities may be available but are not guaranteed.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required for all assigned shifts.

Main Industries offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

Benefits include:

• Competitive Hourly Pay
• Medical Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Stable, Year-Round Employment

Why Main Industries?

• Celebrating over 50 years of industry leadership.
• Entry point into a skilled marine trade.
• Hands-on training alongside experienced Marine Carpenters.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and advance to higher-level carpenter positions.
• Team-oriented environment where your contributions make a difference.

Main Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

• Minimum six (6) months of carpentry, construction, or related hands-on work experience.
• Basic understanding of carpentry principles, including measuring, cutting, fastening, framing, and assembly.
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure, square, level, and other basic measuring tools.
• Ability to safely use common carpentry hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and follow basic drawings, sketches, work instructions, and supervisor directions.
• Ability to perform physically demanded work in active marine and industrial environments.
• Ability and willingness to learn from experienced carpenters and develop additional marine carpentry skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, dependability, attendance, and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous shipyard or marine industry experience.
• Experience constructing temporary enclosures, decking, supports, staging access, or basic framed structures.
• Experience working with plywood, lumber, and other construction materials.
• Current TWIC Credential or the ability to obtain one if required for assigned work.
• Forklift, JLG, aerial man-lift, or other applicable equipment training or certifications.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry approximately 40–50 pounds.
• Perform physically demanded work for extended periods.
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, and pull throughout the work shift.
• Work aboard maritime vessels and in active shipyard and industrial environments.
• Work in confined spaces and highly elevated work areas when required.
• Climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, and other access systems.
• Safely carry tools, lumber, plywood, and construction materials throughout the work area.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including fall protection and protective clothing when required.
• Work in varying weather conditions and environments with exposure to noise and industrial hazards.

Additional Requirements

• Must meet all applicable federal and state employment requirements.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation.
• Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all required pre-employment screenings, including drug screening (including marijuana), employment eligibility verification, and background screening where permitted by law.
• Must be available to work assigned day or night shifts based on project requirements.
• Must be available to work overtime and weekends when required by project schedules. Overtime opportunities may be available but are not guaranteed.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required for all assigned shifts.

Summary

We're seeking dependable and safety-minded 3rd Class Marine Carpenters to join our Hampton team. This entry-level skilled trades position supports the construction, repair, and installation of basic access and support structures aboard vessels and throughout shipyard environments. If you have fundamental carpentry skills, are comfortable using hand and power tools, and are ready to grow your career in the marine industry, we'd like to hear from you.