Carpenter

About the Company

Ballard Marine Construction is a specialty marine and underwater contractor based in Washougal, WA, with regional offices and projects throughout North America. We work on amazing technical projects with likeminded team members in a culture of true excellence. We hold each other accountable—from our newest interns and engineers to our most senior leaders—and value constructive conflict, respect, and transparency. If you thrive in a driven, competitive, and collaborative environment, you might be right for us.

About the Role

The job involves new construction or restoration of docks, boathouses, seawalls, retaining walls, boatlifts, decks, piling, boardwalks, and dune walkovers for commercial, residential marine, and shoreline projects.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Grit and Resiliency: We dig deep to make things happen, no matter how impossible they seem. We never give up and take on challenges others won’t.
• Comradery and Inspirational: We are a hard-working team of likeminded individuals working toward common goals, celebrating wins, and having fun together.
• Driven and Competitive: We love to win, learn from losses, and are obsessed with doing our best. Not getting the job done is not an option.
• Trustworthy and Respectful: We value honesty, authenticity, and transparency. No lies, drama, or politics—just constructive conflict and mutual respect.
• Ownership and Accountability: We “look in the mirror” first when something goes wrong, ask what we could have done differently, and share lessons learned. “Me first” is our mindset.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• 3+ years’ experience as a marine construction worker, familiar with form work, pouring concrete, and pile driving operations.
• Experience with the installation of sheet piles, prestressed concrete piles, tubular steel piles, and H-Piles.
• Experience constructing bridges, walkways, piers, boat ramps, seawalls, docks, wharfs, and jetties.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and ability to learn new software, including tablet-based safety and job/project reporting programs.
• Experience working with all types of woodworking equipment.

Skills

• Committed to a culture of safety, looking out for yourself and others.
• Ability to cut and weld steel, using underwater welding/burning equipment, jigs, and supports.
• Highly reliable with strong organizational skills and the ability to work unsupervised.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills to lead a crew and interact with customers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct marine construction tasks under the direction of a crew leader.
• Shape, cut, drill, handle, and erect heavy treated timber caps, clamps, stringers, decking, etc.
• Install concrete form ties and accessories.
• Assist with reinforcement, grading, and related tasks for concrete placement and removal.
• Safely operate power saws, grinders, roto hammers, power drills, Hilti guns, burning torches, impact wrenches, table saws, chains, and cable jacks.
• Perform accurate layout using a rule, framing square, plumb bob, and level.
• Rig materials for safe movement using cranes or specialized lifting devices.
• Signal and safely place heavy loads with crane assistance.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Physical Demands / Working Environment

• Performs physical activities requiring considerable use of arms, legs, and whole-body movement (climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials).
• Moves heavy objects (94 lbs. or more) short distances (20’ or less).
• Moves light objects (under 94 lbs.) long distances (over 20’).
• Works in various weather conditions with exposure to the elements.
• Lifts arms above shoulder level (e.g., placing items into trucks or overhead areas).
• Climbs ladders or steps to reach objects.
• Works at heights up to 50’ or more.
• Works in confined or enclosed spaces.
• Sits or stands for long periods.
• Wears required PPE: hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, safety-toed boots, etc.
• Walks moderate distances to reach work areas (½ mile or more).
• Operates equipment, reaching all pedals, switches, levers, and buttons safely.
• Adequate field of vision for operating equipment, including instruments, gauges, warning lights, and windows/mirrors.
• Adequate hearing to receive instructions and safety warnings (horns, sirens, shouting, etc.).

Pay

$25–$45 per hour.

Benefits

Ballard offers a strong benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401K with employer match. We provide opportunities for growth, development, and internal promotion.