Marine Pile Driver & Rigging Specialist

Ballard Marine Construction; Washougal (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ballard Marine Construction, based in Washougal, WA, seeks skilled labor for pile driving and marine construction projects across North America. The role supports crew operations, rigging, crane handling, and site preparation.

Ideal candidates have pile driving experience, rigging and crane operation familiarity, and a commitment to safety. Full-time positions include competitive hourly pay and benefits in a dynamic marine environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred and valid driver's license.
• Current Rigger’s card required.
• Current boaters card required.
• First Aid & CPR cert required.

Responsibilities

• Perform pile driving and marine construction work as directed by the Foreman or Superintendent.
• Prepare, rig, position, install, and remove concrete, steel pipe, H-pile, timber, and sheet piling.
• Assist with setup, assembly, and operation of pile driving, crane, and hoisting equipment.
• Rig, receive, unload, move, and stage materials and equipment used in marine construction operations.
• Assist with positioning pile leads, hammers, templates, and other pile driving components.
• Perform site preparation and structural work associated with retaining walls, bulkheads, foundations, bridges, piers, and other marine structures.
• Support movement and setup of barges, floating equipment, and marine work platforms.
• Perform rigging, welding, cutting, carpentry, and other craft-related work as qualified and assigned.
• Inspect tools, rigging, equipment, and work areas prior to use and report unsafe or defective conditions.
• Follow project plans, specifications, work procedures, and direction from field leadership.
• Comply with all Ballard Health, Safety & Environmental policies and applicable safety requirements.
• Safely operate work skiffs and other small boats used to support marine construction operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project operations.

Skills

Pile driving

Rigging

Crane operations

Reading plans

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Driver's license

Rigger’s card

Boater's card

First Aid & CPR

Tools

Pile hammer systems

Diesel/air hydraulic hammers

Slings & shackles

Welding basics

Job description

Ballard Marine Construction, based in Washougal, WA, seeks skilled labor for pile driving and marine construction projects across North America. The role supports crew operations, rigging, crane handling, and site preparation.

Ideal candidates have pile driving experience, rigging and crane operation familiarity, and a commitment to safety. Full-time positions include competitive hourly pay and benefits in a dynamic marine environment.