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

Pay Range: Starting $27.17/hr

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.
• Tank and bilge cleaning/washing skills
• Flushing skills

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.

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.

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.

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.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position, tenure, geographic location, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

At Vigor, our unions offer a generous benefits package that may include:

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position, tenure, geographic location, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.