Helper

Overview

Colonna's Shipyard is looking to obtain a Helper for our facilities in Norfolk,  VA We are pleased to accept resumes for the position and are hiring immediately. This is a full-time position with competitive pay, based on experience, and immediate work.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and other conveyances
• Perform duties such as fire watch, assisting welders and technicians, running electrical cable on shore locations, onboard ships, and other vessels as needed.
• Move supplies and materials to proper locations by hand or hand trucks
• Uses basic power tools to include grinders and drills
• Paint small areas as needed
• Stack materials for storage
• Collect refuse and salvageable materials
• Move heavy pieces of office and shipboard furniture, machinery and equipment
• Assist in installation of communications hardware
• Perform minor equipment repairs as directed
• Complete various cleaning tasks to include sweeping, shoveling, mopping, scrubbing, and/or raking of ships, bulkheads, compartments, tanks, restroom and kitchen facilities, dry docks, railways, parking areas, and all other areas of company property
• Will lift and carry trash, steel, scrap, steel, palettes, wood scraps, and all other trash to proper containers
• Stain removal of sidewalks, walls, decks, and floors using chemicals and cleaning solutions
• Complete landscaping tasks such as clearing walk ways, lawn maintenance, snow removal and other incidental seasonal tasks
• Organize and maintain various departments
• Choose appropriate tools and equipment for the completion of one’s duties
• Gather and deliver tools, products, and equipment to work site/shop for trade employees
• Work independently to complete responsibilities
• Must have regular, reliable attendance
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment- hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots/shoes and, when necessary, respirator
• Firewatch duties
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Based on the work location, the position may require the obtainment of certifications such as a Man Aloft Certification, Shipyard Competent Person Certification or CPR Certification
• May require ability to obtain and maintain appropriate level of security clearance depending on the contract
• Must be able to travel as required.
• Must be willing to work 2nd and 3rd shifts and overtime as needed
• Previous shipyard experience preferred
• Must be able to work effectively with others
• Must be a steady, reliable worker
• Must have regular, reliable attendance

Compensation & Benefits

Position compensation is based on experience. Our benefits include: • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance• 401K, company match• Paid Time Off (PTO)• Legal Services• Annual performance evaluations • On-site Human Resources• On-site gym• Free and close proximity parking• Employee perks/gifts and more

EEO

All resumes are reviewed immediately for consideration.Colonna’s Shipyard Inc. and our affiliates are pleased to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE / M / F / DISABILITY / VETRespect 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.