employment

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WCT Marine & Construction, Inc. is currently accepting applicants for a variety of shipyard positions.  We're dedicated to providing top quality work for our customers while maintaining a safe and stable workplace for our employees.  As employees gain experience within their field, they will be expected to take on new responsibilities and grow within the company.

Compensation:

• Wage dependent on job classification and experience
• Medical, Dental insurance available 
• 401K with matching contributions
• Paid holidays, vacation & sick days

Qualifications for all positions include:

• 18 years of age or older
• Ability to pass drug test and pre-employment physical
• Reliable method of transportation
• Ability to lift 75 pounds unassisted
• Ability it read a tape measure
• Ability to perform basic math
• Ability to read and write
• Strong work ethic

Preferred skills but not required:

• Forklift Certified
• CPR/First Aid 
• Knowledge of Maritime Industry
• Drivers license

Environment & Hazards:

• Work environment will vary: Shop, dockside, aboard ships & barges, at heights, dark or confined spaces
• Outside work is performed in all types of weather
• Noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, uneven surface

Please apply in person at 300 Railroad Ave, Astoria, OR 97103 (Ask for Kirstin Salmi)

Any calls about open positions must go to 503-440-1009.

This position will be called to perform all varieties of tasks, both indoor and out. From assisting the journeymen to cleaning the shop, no two days will ever be the same. This is an entry level job with the major requirements being; strong work ethic, ability to lift 75 pounds unassisted, and the ability to pass a drug test.

This position is responsible for maintaining all of the company vehicles, forklifts, and trailers. They will also be responsible for managing the tool room and maintaining all of the company’s fabrication tools and equipment, including, but not limited to: welders, grinders, hand tools, hydraulics, slip rolls, press brake, plasma cutters, air compressors, ironworkers, bandsaws, etc.

Currently accepting applications from all skill levels. Welders will be called to work in a wide variety of conditions including, but not limited to: Inside the shop, outside the shop, on boats/barges, in tanks and confined spaces, at heights, portable welding, and in all weather conditions (Aluminum MIG is a plus, but not required). Ability to pass AWS/ABS all position, unlimited thickness test plate with FCAW-G.

Part time positions are open to applicants seeking part time work in listed trade, also to experienced applicants who are interested in a full-time position but can work the part-time trades when called upon.  WCT Marine is accepting applications for the following part-time positions:

• Sandblaster/Painters
• Tugboat crew
• Crane operators

WCT Marine is accepting applications for the following full-time journeymen level positions. All applicants should have a minimum of four years of experience in the field. Wage will be negotiated on a case-to-case basis and dependent on experience and ability. Please send resume to kirstin@wctmarine.com to apply for any of the following journeyman positions:

• Shipwrights
• Project managers 
• Superintendents

WCT Marine is offering paid internships.  Please contact remi@wctmarine.com to apply for any of the following internships:

• Welders
• Laborers
• Office Staff

WCT Marine & Construction, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.