Laborer

globalfirstflagship; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

11 Paid Holidays Per Year

17 Days PTO/Sick Time Per Year

Matching 401K (50% Match up to 8%)

Employer Paid Life Insurance & Short/-

Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Global- a 1st Flagship Company is seeking a Laborer to support vessel preservation, cleaning, and general maintenance across Navy-related work sites in the Philadelphia area. The role includes rigging, hoisting, and assisting mechanical trades as needed.

The position requires physical stamina, ability to work with pneumatic tools, and potential travel up to 25%. Company benefits and a safety-focused environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to work with a team.
• Must have a current driver's license and meet the requirements of the company's Vehicle Safety manual.
• May be required to qualify as a Fire Watch.
• May be required to qualify as a High Reach operator.
• May be required to qualify as a Forklift operator.

Responsibilities

• Ties up vessels, cleans piers, vessel / craft decks, hulls, holds, compartments, engine rooms, magazines, bilges, and tanks. Performs vessel and craft preservation.
• Prepares surfaces for preservation using chipping hammer scaling tools, hand scrapes, power equipment, and deck cleaning machines.
• Applies proper preservation using paint brushes and paint rollers. Applies sealing compounds using hands, brush, or caulking tools.
• Pumps tanks and bilges, installs and connects sump pumps, air driven reciprocating pumps, suction and discharge hoses.
• Shall have physical strength and stamina required to resist the vibrations of pneumatic tools which operate on 90 pounds of compressed air pressure.
• Assists Mechanical and Electrical trades as required.
• Assists in rigging and attaching, hoisting and pulling gear.
• Act as a Fire Watch during Hot Work evolutions.
• Act as part of a riding crew and receives and moors or casts off vessels/craft at the facility.
• Assigned to escort visitors including museum groups, military subcontractors and government representatives as required.
• Must qualify to wear a respirator.
• May be required to travel up to 25% to conduct company business.
• Must be familiar with the Standard Operating Procedures pertaining to environmental protection.
• Adhere to all corporate core values, policies and procedures in the execution of all responsibilities.
• Must be able to work effectively with co-workers in a professional manner at all times.

Skills

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Safety-conscious

Tools

Forklift operation

Fire Watch qualification

High Reach operator

Job description

Here at Global- a 1st Flagship Company (www.globalfirstflagship.com), a woman-owned small business, we believe in Individual Accountability, Growth, Integrity, and Respect. We are a leader in Marine Support Services and Emergency Management. Serving as the Department of Navy's trusted Prime Contractor since 1964, we embark on a thrilling mission, managing, operating, and maintaining the U.S. Navy Inactive Ship fleet across diverse locations, including Philadelphia, Bremerton, California, and Hawaii. The journey begins here, and we invite you to set sail with us and make a real impact in our dynamic and innovative work environment!

Buckle up for an adrenaline-fueled journey on military vessels such as destroyers, aircraft carriers, and an array of other awe-inspiring Navy vessels! Your golden opportunity for an exhilarating career is knocking - are you ready to answer the call? The journey begins here - with Global- a 1st Flagship Company, we are currently looking for a Laborer.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Ties up vessels, cleans piers, vessel / craft d ecks, hulls, holds, compartments, engine rooms, magazines, bilges, and tanks. Performs vessel and craft preservation.
• Prepares surfaces for preservation using chipping hammer scaling tools, hand scrapes, power equipment, and deck cleaning machines.
• Applies proper preservation using paint brushes and paint rollers. Applies sealing compounds using hands, brush, or caulking tools.
• Pumps tanks and bilges, installs and connects sump pumps, air driven reciprocating pumps, suction and discharge hoses.
• Shall have physical strength and stamina required to resist the vibrations of pneumatic tools which operate on 90 pounds of compressed air pressure.
• Assists Mechanical and Electrical trades as required.
• Assists in rigging and attaching, hoisting and pulling gear.
• Act as a Fire Watch during Hot Work evolutions.
• Act as part of a riding crew and receives and moors or casts off vessels/craft at the facility.
• Assigned to escort visitors including museum groups, military subcontractors and government representatives as required.
• Must qualify to wear a respirator.
• May be required to travel up to 25% to conduct company business.
• Must be familiar with the Standard Operating Procedures pertaining to environmental protection.
• Adhere to all corporate core values, policies and procedures in the execution of all responsibilities.
• Must be able to work effectively with co-workers in a professional manner at all times.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be able to follow written and verbal instructions. Must be able to work with a team.
• Be able to demonstrate proper connection/assembly, adjustment and operation of electrical, mechanical and pneumatic equipment used for preservation and maintenance of vessels within 90 days of hire.
• Must have a current driver's license and meet the requirements of the company's Vehicle Safety manual.
• May be required to qualify as a Fire Watch.
• May be required to qualify as a High Reach operator.
• May be required to qualify as a Forklift operator.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One-year previous Maritime or General Labor experience.

Benefit Highlights Include:

• Comprehensive Medical (Blue Shield PPO), Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 11 Paid Holidays Per Year
• 17 Days PTO/Sick Time Per Year
• Matching 401K (50% Match up to 8%)
• Employer Paid Life Insurance & Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Pet Insurance

Global- a 1st Flagship Company is an E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.