What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Worker position at Front Street Shipyard?
Responsibilities
Be part of the busy crew who moves boats, materials, and equipment at Front Street Shipyard. We're seeking workers to join our yard crew. Responsibilities include:
Be part of the busy crew who moves boats, materials, and equipment at Front Street Shipyard. We're seeking workers to join our yard crew. Responsibilities include:
- Communicate effectively within department to create effective team atmosphere.
- Be technically sound in operating various material handling equipment.
- Excel in material handling, rigging and communication while performing large-scale material moves.
- Haul/launch vessels utilizing boat hauler, trailer and boat stands.
- Be skilled in maintaining and using pressure washers or other small equipment.
- Follow environmental protocol for washing vessels and maintaining wash pad filter system.
- Communicate in a professional manner with pedestrian foot and vehicle traffic, ensuring safety.
- Clean and prepare inside or outside work areas allowing smooth transitions between projects.
- Be willing to contribute to other departments in various capacities to aid project goals.
- Erect various types of scaffolding, staging, ladders and other working surfaces to provide access to work areas.
- Perform routine maintenance on all equipment throughout the yard.
- Clean, maintain, paint and make improvements to the facility when necessary.
- Field customer inquiries and assist them in connecting with appropriate shipyard contacts.
- Be able to withstand hot and cold temperatures for prolonged periods.
- Adhere to company standards for safety and environmental compliance in the areas of material handling, protective equipment, working at height and all other areas.