Marine Construction Specialist at Trident Dock & Dredge Inc – Watervliet, Michigan

Marine Construction Specialist

Marine Construction Specialist Install Custom Boat Hoist Systems Job Overview

• Company: Trident Dock & Dredge Inc.

• Salary/Pay Rate: Starting from $18.00+ per hour plus Bonus Opportunities.

• Location: Watervliet, MI.

• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.

• Schedule: Monday - Friday (40+ hours/week).

• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required.

The Opportunity

You will join a premier marine construction team specializing in permanent, custom-designed shoreline solutions across Michigans inland lakes. This role offers the unique chance to master a specialized trade while working outdoors on some of the region's most beautiful waterways. You will play a vital role in providing property owners with safe, high-quality access and moorage for their watercraft.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Execute the high-quality installation of permanent boat hoist systems and steel seawalls according to project specifications.

• Collaborate with a dedicated field crew to maintain a safe and efficient job site environment near navigable waterways.

• Maintain specialized tools and marine equipment to ensure peak performance and project longevity.

• Solve real-time mechanical and logistical challenges on-site to keep projects moving forward on schedule.

• Adapt to changing lake conditions and weather patterns while maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship.

• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure all custom-designed solutions meet the client's moorage needs.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Comfort working in, on, and directly around water is an absolute requirement for this role.

• Strong work ethic and the ability to work well under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.

• Ability to work as a dedicated team player and lead by example in a physically demanding environment.

• Self-motivated mindset with a proven ability to tackle hands-on technical challenges.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent educational background.

• Experience in general mechanics, custom metal fabrication, or welding.

• Background in mechanical engineering or technical trade training.

• Prior project management experience (up to 3 years) for those interested in leadership tracks.

Compensation & Benefits

• Year-round, full-time employment with a 40+ hour work week.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription benefits available after 90 days.

• Life Insurance coverage included in the standard benefits package.

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) for all team members.

• Retirement plan featuring company-matching contributions after one year of service.

• Performance-based bonus opportunities to reward high-quality workmanship.

About Us

Trident Dock & Dredge Inc. is a licensed contractor with over 30 years of experience specializing in permanent marine construction. We pride ourselves on providing property owners with custom-designed piers, boat hoists, and shoreline stabilization. Learn more at: www.td-d.com

Trident Dock & Dredge Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.