Shipyard Carpenter 001
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Position: Shipyard Carpenter 001
Company: Avail Staffing Company
Company: Avail Staffing Company
Job Brief
Join a team that builds with precision, works with integrity, and values craftsmanship at every level.
Experience
Job Background is required
Job Detail
- Perform skilled carpentry in shipyard environments, including fabrication and installation of wood, composite, and synthetic materials
- Construct and repair marine structures such as docks, ramps, seawalls, decking, and vessel interiors
- Read and interpret ship plans, construction drawings, and blueprints
- Operate power tools and hand tools, including saws, drills, grinders, and fastening systems
- Assist in concrete formwork, demolition, layout, and timber framing
- Support pile driving, rigging, and heavy material handling as needed
- Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and fellow trades to ensure quality, safe work
- Maintain a safe and organized workspace in compliance with OSHA and company protocols
- What We’re Looking For
- Qualifications: 3+ years of carpentry experience in a shipyard, waterfront, or marine construction setting
- Familiarity with treated timber, marine-grade plywood, and structural framing
- Strong working knowledge of layout tools such as levels, squares, measuring tapes, and plumb lines
- Experience using pneumatic tools, impact drivers, and chain hoists
- Basic knowledge of pile installation, dock framing, and form setup
- Must be able to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, work at heights, and perform tasks in confined or elevated spaces
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug test and background screening Bonus Skills (Preferred): Experience with concrete reinforcement and formwork
- Knowledge of NAVSEA specifications or military shipbuilding standards
- OSHA 10 or 30 Maritime Certification
- Familiarity with fiberglass or composite material installations
- Who You Are
- You’re some1who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You take pride in doing the job right the first time, whether installing a bulkhead, framing an interior cabin, or fitting a new seawall. You adapt quickly, think critically, and bring an old-school work ethic to every task. You respect the risks of the job and prioritize safety as much as performance. Working Conditions Work is performed outdoors and aboard vessels in varying weather conditions
- May involve confined space entry, overhead work, climbing, and extended periods of standing
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times on job site
