Job Details

1st Class Drydock Worker

Purpose:

As a Drydock Worker at Colonna's Shipyard, Inc. you will perform duties in all docking operations and waterfront activities at Colonna's Shipyard to include the dry docks, Marine Travelift facility and Marine Railway.

The position is located onsite in Norfolk VA and will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability, to include evenings/weekends/holidays, to support production/operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities, with nominal supervision, include:

• Lay out and set up equipment for docking operations for all dock facilities.
• Build blocks to height for docking operations independently.
• Perform line handling duties on all docking facilities during docking operations.
• Operate powered industrial equipment, such as forklifts/MEWP/telehandler, during dock shop operations.
• Perform mooring operations for vessels in accordance with requirements.
• Guide Marine Travelift on and off piers, as well as grade beams.
• Pull straps and lead reconfiguration on Marine Travelift.
• Perform track watch duties on Marine Railway.
• Perform basic table saw and bandsaw operations, as well as chainsaw operations and maintenance.
• Perform intermediate small boat operations.
• Gather and deliver tools, materials, and equipment to work site/shop.
• Lead small group to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Additionally, position will:

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of docking facilities, shop, and tools.
• Perform maintenance tasks (to include physical labor activities, pressure washing, painting, etc.) of docking facilities and waterfront assets, such as oil booms and work floats.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have at least 5 years of shipyard experience in a dock shop or related maritime trade.
• Knowledge of and ability to use hand and power tools associated with trade.
• Must be willing to lead and instruct lower classmen on various tasks.
• Must be able to stand and remain at assigned worksite for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work and communicate effectively with others.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow complex instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to operate Marine Railway.
• Ability to operate Marine Travelift.

Security Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.

Travel Requirements:

• Minimal Travel; 10% or less.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 20 lbs.
• Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes.
• May ride ships at sea for extended periods
• Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
• Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.
• Employee is required to operate trucks, forklifts & man-lifts.
• While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist and crawl.
• Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation
• Frequent use of respirator.
• Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding, cutting, or working with molten metal.

Respect, Pride, Truth, Family - These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.

Colonna's Shipyard, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Additionally, Colonna's Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401k with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).