Hands-on Marine Construction Laborer

Ballard Marine Construction; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with employer match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Ballard Marine Construction is seeking a Skilled Laborer to support marine, underwater, and heavy civil projects in Baltimore. The role involves rigging, concrete work, material handling, equipment operation, and site preparation to keep work moving safely and efficiently.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of skilled labor or construction experience, proficiency with hand and power tools, and the ability to work around cranes and heavy equipment in fast-paced environments. OSHA 10 preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• OSHA 10‑Hour Construction preferred.
• Rigging, signaling, forklift, aerial lift, or other relevant construction certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled labor and general construction activities in support of Ballard’s marine, underwater, and heavy civil projects.
• Operate hand and power tools, pumps, compressors, generators, and other construction equipment safely and effectively.
• Support rigging, crane, and forklift operations, including signaling, material handling, and load movement.
• Assist with concrete work, including forming, mixing, placement, finishing support, and removal activities.
• Support carpentry, welding, pile‑driving, temporary works, and other craft activities as assigned.
• Perform site preparation, excavation, backfill, grading, compaction, and installation or removal of temporary structures.
• Load, unload, stage, and move materials, tools, and equipment, including work performed from barges, vessels, and other marine platforms.
• Support deck‑hand and marine operations, including handling lines, securing work areas, and assisting with small vessel activities as qualified.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and identify hazards or unsafe conditions.
• Follow project plans, work instructions, and safety requirements while coordinating with field leadership and craft personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project and operational needs

Skills

Tools knowledge

Rigging & signaling

Concrete work

Multi-craft work

Tool operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license

OSHA 10-Hour Construction

Rigging, signaling, forklift, aerial lift certs

Tools

Rigging certification

Forklift operation

Aerial lift operation

Job description

Ballard Marine Construction is seeking a Skilled Laborer to support marine, underwater, and heavy civil projects in Baltimore. The role involves rigging, concrete work, material handling, equipment operation, and site preparation to keep work moving safely and efficiently.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of skilled labor or construction experience, proficiency with hand and power tools, and the ability to work around cranes and heavy equipment in fast-paced environments. OSHA 10 preferred.