Traveling Dredge Operator – Full-Time, Hands-On

C&M Dredging; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

STD

PTO

Holiday Pay

Job summary

C&M Dredging is seeking an experienced Conventional Dredge Operator for a full-time traveling role. This position supports current and future assignments at multiple locations and requires willing to travel and work extended hours.

The operator will mobilize, operate, and demobilize dredging equipment, assist with maintenance, monitor depth gauges, and ensure safety on a busy jobsite. Compensation starts at $30.00 per hour, with benefits and travel allowances provided.

Qualifications

• Previous dredge-operating experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Willingness to travel and work ~75 hours per week.
• Availability to work out of town for extended periods.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate dredging equipment in accordance with project requirements and company procedures.
• Mobilize, set up, operate, and demobilize dredging equipment.
• Direct or assist crew members with placing shore anchors and cables.
• Direct or assist with assembling, positioning, and laying pipe.
• Verify dredge cuts.
• Monitor depth gauges and other equipment to maintain the required excavation depth.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report mechanical or safety concerns.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and supervisor instructions.
• Report to the project foreman and superintendent.

Skills

Dredge operation

Travel willingness

Safety oriented

Teamwork

Tools

HyPack/DredgePack

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Conventional Dredge Operator for a potential long-term, full-time position. This opportunity is not tied to a specific project; we are hiring qualified candidates to support current and future assignments at various locations.

The operator will be responsible for the safe and efficient mobilization, operation, assisting in general maintenance, and demobilization of dredging equipment. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, basic Hypack knowledge, works effectively both independently and as part of a crew, and is willing to travel.

• Safely operate dredging equipment in accordance with project requirements and company procedures
• Mobilize, set up, operate, and demobilize dredging equipment
• Direct or assist crew members with placing shore anchors and cables
• Direct or assist with assembling, positioning, and laying pipe
• Verify dredge cuts
• Monitor depth gauges and other equipment to maintain the required excavation depth
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report mechanical or safety concerns
• Assist with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and supervisor instructions
• Report to the project foreman and superintendent
  
  

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Conventional Dredge Operator for a potential long-term, full-time position. This opportunity is not tied to a specific project; we are hiring qualified candidates to support current and future assignments at various locations.

The operator will be responsible for the safe and efficient mobilization, operation, assisting in general maintenance, and demobilization of dredging equipment. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, basic Hypack knowledge, works effectively both independently and as part of a crew, and is willing to travel.

Primary Responsibilities

• Safely operate dredging equipment in accordance with project requirements and company procedures
• Mobilize, set up, operate, and demobilize dredging equipment
• Direct or assist crew members with placing shore anchors and cables
• Direct or assist with assembling, positioning, and laying pipe
• Verify dredge cuts
• Monitor depth gauges and other equipment to maintain the required excavation depth
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report mechanical or safety concerns
• Assist with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and supervisor instructions
• Report to the project foreman and superintendent
  
  

Requirements

• Previous dredge-operating experience
• Valid driver's license
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• Ability to complete tasks with or without direct supervision
• Willingness to travel
• Availability to work out of town for extended periods, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to work approximately 75 hours per week, rotation-based
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and teamwork
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical knowledge and equipment-maintenance experience
• Experience handling dredge pipe, anchors, cables, winches, and depth-monitoring equipment
• Construction, marine, or heavy-equipment experience
• HyPack/DredgePack
  
  

Physical And Work Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds
• Ability to perform physically demanding construction and general-labor duties for extended periods
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, push, and pull throughout the workday
• Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and other weather conditions
• Physical stamina to perform strenuous work for long periods
• Ability to work safely around water, heavy machinery, pipes, cables, and active construction equipment
  
  

Benefits

Full-Time Traveling Position

Schedule: Approximately 75 hours per week; rotation-based

Compensation: Based on experience, $30.00 +

Benefits: 401K, Medical/Dental/Vision; Life Insurance, STD, Accidental, PTO, Holiday Pay