Laborer-Winter Work-Mid January-April

Are you ready to take on a hands-on, entry-level career with Fraser Shipyards? If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role in the maritime industry, this is your opportunity to join a team with decades of experience in building and servicing Great Lakes vessels of all kinds. Fraser Shipyards is known for its commitment to quality, reliability, and safety, making it the perfect place for someone eager to start a fulfilling career in shipbuilding.

Job Summary As a Laborer, you will support the build and repair of steel vessels and assist with various maintenance tasks within the shipyard. This entry-level position offers on-the-job training and provides the chance to develop skills while working in an exciting, fast-paced environment. You'll be working on Great Lakes vessels during the winter, which means you will be exposed to the elements, adding a unique challenge to the role. If you enjoy physical work and want to contribute to the repair of high-quality maritime crafts, this role is a great fit for you.

Responsibilities

• Perform various physical tasks as directed, including moving, securing, installing, building, and unloading materials such as steel, dirt, and trash.
• Maintain safety standards and ensure a safe work environment at all times.
• Assist with specialized tasks that may require on-the-job training.
• Operate heavy and light equipment, as needed, depending on the jobsite or assignment.
• Transport tools, equipment, and materials as instructed by supervisors.
• Remove preservative coatings as required and act as a fire watch when necessary.
• Follow directions and support the shipyard team in completing various tasks.

Required Skills & Abilities

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Position requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, crawling, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, overhead work, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity. Must be able to work in tight, confined spaces, such as accessing manholes, and awkward positions for long periods of time. Must be able to conduct inside and outside work in all temperatures. Use of manufacturing equipment. Work in environment where harmful dusts, fogs, fumes, gases, etc. might be present and the use of a respirator may be required. Ability to work in inclement weather conditions / areas that at times are not environmentally controlled. Able to move / lift / pull / push 50 lbs.

Applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen prior to employment start.

Fraser Shipyards is an equal opportunity employer including disability and vets.

Fraser Shipyards offers competitive pay with excellent benefits :

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to excellence in shipbuilding and repair. Apply today to take on this exciting and challenging position!

Final applicants must complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen prior to employment start. All offers of employment at Fraser Industries are contingent upon negative results of a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.

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