Laborer with Safety Support - Temporary

Fraser Shipyards; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

401(k) Contributions

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Fraser Shipyards, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Safety Laborer to support the safety department during the winter work season. The role runs from November through March/April, emphasizing safety awareness and potential prior safety demonstration.

Frasers emphasizes a safe work environment and reliability. The position requires willingness to learn, adherence to safety protocols, and ability to work at Fraser Shipyards main site or other locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Applicants with prior experience in similar industry preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to pass a drug/alcohol screen.
• Must have a valid driver's license and pass a Motor Vehicle Report.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must be able to report to Fraser Shipyards locations, main site at Fraser Shipyards.

Responsibilities

• Performs various physical duties as assigned.
• Maintains all safety standards.
• Performs some specialized tasks which may require on-the-job training.
• Effectively using heavy and light equipment, depending on the jobsite/assignment.
• Maintains decontamination trailers.
• Moving tools, safety equipment, or other material as directed.
• Assist with air monitoring and other environmental tasks.
• Other safety tasks as assigned by the Safety Technician.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reading labels

Communication

Tool use

On-the-job training

PPE usage

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

General hand tools

Job description

If you are looking for a challenging rewarding career, then consider joining Fraser Shipyards! With a passion for the maritime industry, Fraser Shipyards has decades of experience in building and servicing crafts of all shapes and sizes. Customers count on the quality and responsiveness of Fraser's people, products, and services for everything from emergency repairs to brand-new craft to large industrial fabrications. Known for a commitment to quality, a reputation for reliability and outstanding values, Fraser Shipyards is further committed to provide a safe work environment.

Job Summary

The Safety Laborer is an entry level position that is responsible for supporting the safety department within the shipyard for the winter work season. This position runs from November to the end of March early April. The right candidate will show a high sense of safety awareness, and preferably has shown safety demonstration in previous positions.

Responsibilities

• Performs various physical duties as assigned
• Maintains all safety standards
• Performs some specialized tasks which may require on-the-job training
• Effectively using heavy and light equipment, depending on the jobsite/assignment
• Maintains decontamination trailers
• Moving tools, safety equipment, or other material as directed
• Assist with air monitoring and other environmental tasks
• Other safety tasks as assigned by the Safety Technician

Required Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge in standard practices in comparable manufacturing environments
• Follows directions and procedures under limited supervision
• Conducts basic problem-solving skills under supervision
• Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines
• Detail oriented and alert at all times to ensure safety
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and supervisor
• Knowledge in the use of general hand tools such as hammers, shovels, tape measures, grinders, etc.
• Ability to learn new duties and assignments through on-the-job training
• Ability to wear a respirator, ear plugs and additional PPE for an extended period of time

Qualifications

• Applicants with prior experience in similar industry preferred
• High School Diploma or GE required
• Must be able to pass a drug/alcohol screen
• Must have a valid drivers license and pass a Motor Vehicle Report
• Must pass a background check.
• Must be able to report to a variety of locations, with the main location being at Fraser Shipyards.

Physical requirements

Position requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, crawling, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, overhead work, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity. Must be able to work in tight, confined spaces, such as accessing manholes, and awkward positions for long periods of time. Must be able to conduct inside and outside work in all temperatures. Use of manufacturing equipment. Work in environment where harmful dusts, fogs, fumes, gases, etc. might be present and the use of a respirator may be required. Ability to work in inclement weather conditions/areas that at times are not environmentally controlled. Able to move/lift/pull/push 50 lbs.

Applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen, background check, and MVR prior to employment start. Must have a valid drivers license.

Fraser Shipyards is an equal opportunity employer including disability and vets.

Fraser Shipyards offers competitive pay with excellent benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Life Insurance
• 401(k) Contributions
• Paid Time Off