Maintenance Trade Helper III

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. in National City, CA is seeking a Maintenance Trade Helper III to join our Fleet Services Group. The role involves supporting ship repair, modernization, and Alteration Installation Team projects for U.S.

Navy and commercial maritime clients, requiring precision, efficiency, and quality workmanship in shop and on ships. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and a strong work ethic; duties include general labor, tool use, site preparation, equipment

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or trade/vocational training.
• OSHA-10 training required.
• Experience aboard ships or marine vessels preferred.
• Ability to obtain base access and security credentials.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor tasks including lifting, moving, loading, and unloading materials.
• Operate hand and power tools safely, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Prepare and clean work sites, remove debris, and set up materials.
• Assist with removal and installation of equipment and cabling while following safety procedures.
• Provide support to skilled trades as Firewatch, welder's helper, or electrician's assistant.
• Follow safety protocols and site guidelines; handle extra duties as needed to support project completion.

Skills

General labor

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Trade or vocational degree

Tools

Hand tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Job description

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. (Continental Tide) is an industry leader, providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other DoD organizations. At Continental Tide, we understand that a great company culture is one where employees know their voice is heard, no matter what their title is, and letting them grow in their role as the company does. We want to provide our employees with the opportunity to learn, be challenged and be in a position where they can succeed, develop new skills, and do things they wouldn\'t have the opportunity to do elsewhere. In our fast-paced and challenging environment, employees here at Continental Tide can catapult themselves to the top and we’re looking for 'the best at what they do to join our team and help us grow in new ways!

*Please note due to the anticipated volume of responses, we will contact only those candidates who most closely match our requirements. Only local candidates will be considered. Veteran and retired candidates welcome!

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Maintenance Trade Helper III to join our team in National City, CA. The successful candidate will join our Fleet Services Group, performing various ship repair, modernization, and Alteration Installation Team (AIT) projects in support of U.S. Navy and commercial maritime clients. This role requires precision, efficiency, and commitment to quality workmanship in both shop and shipboard environments and a strong work ethic.

Essential duties & responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform general labor tasks including lifting, moving, loading, and unloading materials.
• Operate hand tools and power tools, including forklifts and pallet jacks, in a safe and effective manner.
• Clean and prepare work sites, including debris removal and set up of materials and equipment.
• Assist with the removal and installation of equipment and cabling while ensuring safety procedures are followed.
• Perform basic repairs or maintenance on tools and machinery using standard hand tools.
• Support skilled trades personnel by serving as a Firewatch, welder’s helper, or electrician’s assistant (e.g., pulling and routing cable).
• Conduct routine general maintenance and light repair tasks assigned.
• Follow all safety protocols, PPE requirements, and site-specific guidelines.
• Perform additional duties outside of your standard responsibilities as needed to support project completion.

Requirements:

• Must possess a REAL ID or U.S. Passport
• Possess OSHA-10 training & have your OSHA-10 card
• Prior experience aboard a ship or marine vessel preferred.
• Must possess a high school, trade or vocational school degree.
• Must have the ability to obtain base access and security credentials…e.g. DBIDS and NAVSEA Badge
• Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to open-air environments, including noisy, hot, and cold conditions.
• Required to visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore.
• Must wear various types of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hearing, eye, head, and hand protection, as required.
• Site visits may involve standing on a variety of surfaces and angles, bending, crouching, and climbing over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal barge or boat structural components.
• Exposure to sound levels exceeding 100 decibels.
• Must possess sufficient visual acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and night vision to inspect marine components and systems, identify defects or irregularities, and safely operate tools and equipment.
• May work in confined spaces with limited ventilation.
• Requires prolonged periods of sedentary work, including sitting and/or standing.
• May be required to operate machinery, power tools, and/or heavy equipment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively to exchange and comprehend information.
• Frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions, including high heat and extreme cold.
• Must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. or more, depending on the task requirements.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform the essential job duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the safety or health of employee or others. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation:

Benefits:

Continental Tide offers an empowering professional environment in a culture that emphasizes teamwork, shared responsibility for company and client success, and personal growth. We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options, and 401K plan with company match.

Continental Tide is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify and U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. Continental Tide prohibits discrimination against any protected class from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, Continental Tide also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Continental Tides Defense Systems, Inc. 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 status as a protected veteran”.

“This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.”