Carpenter - Shipyard at LaborOne Staffing National City, CA

LaborOne Staffing; National City (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Itlearn360 in National City, CA is seeking an experienced Carpenter for shipyard work. The role involves reviewing blueprints, fabricating wood components, and installing protective coverings on ships. Candidates should have at least two years of experience and be able to operate various tools and equipment safely.

The position requires physical stamina, as it involves frequent lifting and the ability to work in confined spaces. This is an equal opportunity employer position offering a challenging yet rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience required, three to five years preferred.
• Must know how to safely operate shop machinery and tools.
• Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Reviews blueprints to fabricate and repair wood components.
• Mill wood blocking from blueprints for dry-dock.
• Fabricate and install doors, cabinets, wood handrails, and ladders.

Skills

Basic rough and finish carpentry skills

Ability to operate shop machinery

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Education

High school or equivalent education certificate

AA degree from junior college or apprenticeship program

Tools

Pneumatic guns

Table saws

Wood sanders

Job description

Carpenter - Shipyard job at LaborOne Staffing. National City, CA.

Job Summary

• Reviews blueprints, drawings, diagrams and specifications to fabricate and repair wood components; fabricates doors, ladders, cabinets, crates, GRP handrails; installs plywood deck protection and protective coverings; mills wooden blocks for ships in dry‑dock; modifies and installs false deck panels.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.

Qualification Standards

• High school or equivalent education certificate; AA degree from junior college or apprenticeship program for journeyman preferred from accredited organization.
• Minimum of two years experience required, three to five years preferred. Basic rough and finish carpentry skills, including framing and cabinet making, required. Must know how to safely operate shop machinery, hand and power tools, and high‑reaching equipment. Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces, on board ships, and on any shift. Must hear warning signals and read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations and warnings.

Essential Job Tasks

• Mill wood blocking from blueprints and measurement tables for dry‑dock to accommodate ships.
• Measure, cut, and fit plywood on site for environmental and deck protection.
• Measure, cut, and fit wood blanking protection.
• Fabricate DC plugs for hull penetration protection.
• Fabricate repairs and install doors, cabinets, wood handrails, ladders, shipping crates, and GRP handrails.
• Fabricate, modify and install false deck panels. (Nomex)
• Fabricate wood blocking for boat davits.
• Perform finish work as needed, such as adding formic to metal tables, laying down linoleum.
• Perform general shipyard building construction and repair.
• Other job tasks as assigned relevant to the trade.

Materials, Tools, Equipment, Work Aids

Wood, adhesives, bond fillers, fiber glass, resins, fasteners, scaffolding materials, rope, cleaning materials; various power and hand tools such as pneumatic guns, staplers, table saws, wood sanders, edge routers, measuring devices, tool belt; high reach equipment; blueprints; and personal protective equipment required.

Physical/Mental Involvement

Frequent lifting/carrying of materials and equipment up to 50 lbs. (frequent) alone and to 120 lbs assisted. Standing, balancing, walking, climbing ladders or equipment, reaching above shoulder or out in front, manual dexterity, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, seeing, hearing, and occasionally lowering self into confined spaces, crawling through small openings and working in reclined positions as needed. Working in all areas of the shipyard and on board ships. Hearing warning signals and reading and comprehending safety instructions. Maintaining general safety awareness and avoiding hazards commonly present in the employee’s work area.

Marginal Job Tasks

• Works with the General Services Department in erecting and dismantling scaffold, water evacuation, load out and grooming compartments.
• Works with the Paint Department in performing surface preparation and painting application activities.
• Works with the Blast Department in performing blast setup, recovery, blow down and final groom.
• Removes scrap and general housekeeping required in work areas.
• May be required to attend safety, quality, and/or process improvement meetings.

Environmental Factors

Exposure to airborne dust, toxic chemicals, fumes, odors, gases, various climates and temperatures, and low ventilation conditions, all of which can cause discomfort and/or respiratory difficulties. Exposure to moving machines, traffic from trades, tool vibrations, electrical shock, and high levels of constant noise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Labor One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.