General Labor

General Laborer

Job Summary

Structural Mechanical is seeking a dependable, hardworking General Laborer to support our ship repair services team. This position assists skilled tradespeople with a variety of tasks on ship repair job sites, helping ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate is reliable, physically capable, safety-focused, and eager to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist structural, mechanical, and welding crews with daily job site activities.

• Load, unload, move, and organize materials, tools, and equipment.

• Prepare work areas by cleaning, setting up equipment, and removing debris.

• Operate basic hand and power tools safely and effectively.

• Support installation, maintenance, and repair of structural steel and mechanical systems.

• Perform material handling, lifting, and staging of equipment.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and site-specific requirements.

• Assist with demolition, rigging, and general construction tasks as assigned.

• Work effectively as part of a team while taking direction from supervisors and skilled tradespeople.

• Perform other duties as needed to support project completion.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work on a military base.

  Previous construction, industrial, manufacturing, or mechanical experience is preferred but not required.

• Ability to safely use basic hand and power tools.

• Strong work ethic with a willingness to learn new skills.

• Reliable transportation to job sites.

• Ability to pass required pre-employment screenings, including drug testing, if applicable.

• OSHA 10 certification is a plus but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds regularly.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work in physically demanding environments for extended periods.

• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and in industrial environments.

• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces when required.

• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and fall protection.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience. We start at $18.00 per hour.

• Opportunities for overtime.

• Career advancement and on-the-job training.

• Supportive team environment.

• Health, retirement, and paid time off benefits (where applicable).

• Opportunity to build a long-term career in the structural and mechanical construction industry.

Why Join Structural Mechanical?

At Structural Mechanical, we take pride in delivering safe, high-quality structural and mechanical solutions for our clients. Our employees are the foundation of our success. We invest in training, promote from within whenever possible, and foster a culture built on teamwork, integrity, and craftsmanship.