Shipyard Laborer (Houma LA)

Weeks Marine, Inc.; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Weeks Marine, Inc. in Houma, LA is seeking an Entry-level shipyard helper to assist skilled craftspeople with various duties at construction sites.

You will work outdoors in all weather, climb and access confined spaces, and must be able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as needed. Safety is the top priority, and you will read and follow jobsite rules while learning to operate common hand and power tools.

Qualifications

• Must have 1+ year of shipyard experience.
• Ability to read and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist craftsman in setting up work as required.
• Follow instructions given by superintendents, foreman and other experienced crew.
• Perform all required duties with the first focus on safety.
• Responsible for keeping work areas clean and in orderly conditions.
• Read and understand warning signs, operating instructions for equipment, jobsite safety rules and jobsite policies.
• Learn to observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards.

Skills

Manual labor

Reading instructions

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

Position Summary

Assist skilled shipyard craft workers in performing their assigned duties. Performs tasks that require physical labor at construction sites must have the ability to perform a variety of duties.

Requisition ID: 188335

Position Summary

Assist skilled shipyard craft workers in performing their assigned duties. Performs tasks that require physical labor at construction sites must have the ability to perform a variety of duties.

Experience Level

Entry

Primary Responsibilities And Duties

• Assist craftsman in setting up work as required.
• Follow instructions given by superintendents, foreman and other experienced crew.
• Perform all required duties with the first focus on safety.
• Responsible for keeping work areas clean and in orderly conditions.
• Read and understand warning signs, operating instructions for equipment, jobsite safety rules and jobsite policies.
• Learn to observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of shipyard experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Requirements

Must live within local commuting area (

• Able to meet all physical requirements
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.