Laborer Associate 2

Vigor Values 

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:   Other duties may be assigned.  Successfully performs work as an individual, as a member of a single craft, or a multi-craft work crew.  Performs work with minimal supervision. 

• Complies with craft and shipyard safety and environmental measures.
• Performs transportation, cleaning, and fire watch duties supporting shipyard projects.
• Responsible for the maintenance and minor on-the-job repairs of all tools associated with the Laborers craft, i.e., needle guns, rattlers, etc.
• Performs general cleaning of the following: vessel, dock, sea valves, sea chest, chain locker and chains fore and aft peaks, void tanks, feed water tanks, aux. and main condenser, D.C. heater, portable air receiver, etc.
• Responsible for knowing the proper procedures for the mucking out of tanks and bilge’s and for the pressure washing of tanks and bilge’s.
• Cleans for a gas free work area in way of hot work.
• Works in a team environment.
• Responsible for boiler and/or stack set up, pressure washing or steam cleaning.
• Properly cares for and safely uses hand and power tools and all company property.

ESSENTIAL SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Incumbent performs similar work in all areas of the Yard as the need arises.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Communicates effectively.
• Ability to do basic math, i.e. add, subtract, divide and multiply.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Recognize and resolve unsafe working conditions.
• Ability to set up and monitor the operation of service pumps, i.e., keeping a pump from         freezing, etc.
• Familiarity with the general layout of a vessel and its tanks, spaces, and other        compartments.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE High School diploma or GED preferred. 3 years relevant work experience. Proven skills, work history and/or applicable education will be considered in lieu of work experience.

Associate 2

Proficient in both Fire Watch and Associate 1 job duties.  Trains and assists with erecting and dismantling staging.  Assists with and/or performs basic pipe bolting under the direction of a Journey Level employee or Supervisor.  May perform Associate 1 or Fire Watch duties.  Must acquire three (3) additional Ship Repair Skills to progress to the next level.

Associate 3

Proficient in Fire Watch, Associate 1 and Associate 2 job duties.  Trains and assists with rigging under the direction of a Journey Level employee or Supervisor.  Assists with and/or performs mechanical bolting under the direction of a Journey Level employee or Supervisor.  May perform Fire Watch, Associate 1 or Associate 2 duties.  Must acquire three (3) additional Ship Repair Skills to progress to the next level.

Associate 4 (noted in payroll as AS35)

Proficient in Fire Watch, Associate 1, Associate 2, and Associate 3 job duties.  Requires general supervision during performance of primary skill, but is able to perform job duties of A-1 through A-3 with limited supervision. (work history and demonstrated proficiency in single skill or trade).  Must acquire three (3) additional Ship Repair Skills and 1- certification to progress to the next level.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS: 

Four-hour fire watch certification; annual respirator certification

HAZWOPER-First Response Awareness Level

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing, Walking, Crouching, Kneeling/Crawling, Stooping, Twisting, Climbing, Balancing, Leg/Foot Use, Reaching, Extension, Handling/Grasping, Fingering/Feeling, Pushing/Pulling, and Lifting/Carrying. 

Talking:  - Frequently, Hearing:  Frequently, Vision: Near Acuity, Far Acuity, Depth Perception, Field of Vision and Smell.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS

• Interaction/communication with others: Frequently- interacts with coworkers while performing activities.

• Works alone/independently: Frequently- works in the presence of other laborers/crafts people.
• Directs/supervises others: Not required.
• Repetitive work: Work frequently consists of performing similar tasks throughout the day.
• Attention to detail: Must perform tasks in a safe manner both for personal safety and safety of those around.
• Flexibility:  Needs to be flexible depending on needs of other crafts people.
• Other mental/psychological demands:  None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Works indoors: Frequently – May be exposed to petroleum and petroleum by-products as well as grease, paint, fumes, dust, vibration, asbestos, free-silica, welding flash and noise.
• Works outdoors: Frequently- (Exposed to all kinds of typical outdoor weather.)
• Safety equipment required: Wears hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and respirator for jobs that require it.
• Other Exposures: May be exposed to petroleum and petroleum by-products including grease, paint, fumes, dust, vibration, asbestos, free-silica, welding flash and noise.
• Operation of equipment/tools/vehicles:  Uses jackhammer, high-pressure hose/gun, fire extinguisher, power/hand tools, air tools, mop, shovel, broom, come-a-long,  needle gun, pump (up to 100#), welding lead, discharge hoses 1 1/2" x 50', utility knife, power tools, flashlight, and rope/synthetic line, etc.
• Required hygiene standards: Per company standards.
• Other:  None.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.