Shipyard Worker / Hull Trainee

Performance Contracting; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Contracting Group's San Diego Marine 108 branch is hiring entry-level labor support for carpenters and insulators. No prior experience is required; on-the-job training is provided, and employees will learn insulation removal and installation as opportunities arise.

The role emphasizes developing personal skills while contributing to project goals. This safety-sensitive position offers tools provided by the company, wage progression at milestone hours, and potential benefits.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with hourly pay and benefits.
• Wage progression occurs at certain hours or at the discretion of the Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Conveying material to various locations throughout the jobsite
• Organizing and maintaining clean work areas
• Performing basic insulation installation, coating application, taping, and removal
• On-the-job training offered

Job description

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Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

Job Description

PCI’s San Diego Marine 108 branch is seeking hard-working, motivated, career-minded persons to become valued members of our team. Employees at PCI are provided an opportunity to have a life-long career with a company that values employee contributions and strives to enhance employee well-being.

This position is responsible for providing labor support for experienced carpenters and/or insulators. In the meantime, employees will develop personal skills. No experience is necessary for this position, but prior construction experience is beneficial. Entry-level personnel will learn insulation removal and/or installation on the job whenever feasible. Employees will also have opportunities to participate in formal skills training classes. Insulation work performed on the job will be reviewed and evaluated by supervisors. All newly hired personnel function under the guidance of experienced team members, not limited to Shipyard Workers, Trainees, Craftsmen, Apprentices, and Journeymen.

Routine job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conveying material to various locations throughout the jobsite
• Organizing and maintaining clean work areas
• Performing basic insulation installation, coating application, taping, and removal
• On-the-job training offered

Tools will be provided to entry level workers. Such tools are company owned and will be replaced at employee expense if lost or damaged due to employee negligence. If no longer effective due to normal wear and tear, tools will be replaced at company expense.

This is an entry-level position with hourly pay, plus benefits. Wage progression occurs at certain attained hours or at the discretion of the Superintendent.

This position is safety-sensitive.

Basic Requirements

• Employees will be required to join the applicable labor union, Local 5 or Local 721
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Able to withstand prolonged periods standing and working outside
• Physically able to perform assigned tasks
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds at a time

Preferred Requirements

• Prior experience in the construction industry
• Local to the San Diego area

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

PCG is a background screening, drug-free workplace. In accordance with the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated (T.C.A.), Title 50, Chapter 9, PCG’s Drug-Free Workplace Program includes drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process and throughout employment, as applicable.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.