Equipment, Vehicle and Vessel Operator 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Coeur d'Alene, ID $27
- $34 an hour
- Full-time Hagadone Marine Group 26 reviews $27
- $34 an hour
- Full-time Murphy Maritime Equipment, Vehicle, and Vessel Operator Position Summary The Equipment, Vehicle, and Vessel Operator is responsible for safely operating Murphy Maritime's vessels, tugs, vehicles, trailers, construction equipment, and related machinery in support of marine construction, yard operations, material handling, excavation, pile driving, transportation, mobilization, and demobilization.
This is primarily an operator role. However, when operator services are not needed, this position may also assist with deck hand duties, dock building, material handling, yard support, general labor, or other project-related work. Primary Areas of Operation This position may operate, transport, inspect, or assist with maintenance of: Work boats, tugs, barges, and other company vessels CDL and non-CDL vehicles, trailers, and transport equipment Skid steers, telehandlers, excavators, forklifts, attachments, and related construction equipment Pile driving, material handling, and jobsite support equipment Required Qualifications Experience operating construction equipment, vehicles, vessels, or similar machinery Ability to safely load, secure, transport, stage, and handle materials and equipment Ability to perform daily inspections and report unsafe conditions, damage, defects, or maintenance needs Ability to work safely around water, barges, docks, cranes, suspended loads, excavation areas, pile driving operations, vessels, vehicles, and active jobsites Ability to perform physical labor when not operating equipment Ability to follow direction, communicate clearly, and work as part of a crew Commitment to company safety standards, PPE requirements, customer property protection, and professional conduct Preferred Qualifications The following are highly beneficial: Valid CDL-A license CDL endorsements Applicable marine operation credentials, licenses, or endorsements Forklift or telehandler certification OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification CPR/AED and First Aid certification Rigging and signaling training Experience operating vessels, tugs, barges, excavators, skid steers, telehandlers, forklifts, or pile driving equipment Equipment transport and load securement experience Marine construction experience Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability Essential Duties and Responsibilities Safely operate assigned vessels, vehicles, trailers, equipment, attachments, and machinery. Support marine construction work through transportation, mobilization, demobilization, excavation, pile driving support, material handling, staging, loading, unloading, and site preparation. Operate boats, tugs, barges, trucks, trailers, and construction equipment as trained and assigned. Load, balance, tie down, secure, and transport equipment, tools, materials, and attachments. Complete pre-use inspections and report damage, defects, leaks, unsafe conditions, or maintenance concerns. Assist with fueling, greasing, cleaning, fluid checks, and basic equipment or vessel care. Support crews with deck hand work, dock building, barge loading, yard work, jobsite setup, cleanup, and general labor when needed. Follow company safety policies, PPE requirements, and jobsite procedures, including wearing a PFD when working near or over water. Participate in toolbox talks, safety discussions, and hazard identification. Stop work and notify supervision when unsafe conditions are observed. Physical Requirements This position requires the ability to work outdoors in changing conditions; climb in and out of vessels, vehicles, trailers, equipment, docks, barges, and work platforms; work on uneven terrain and waterfront jobsites; lift and carry tools, rigging, materials, and equipment components; and perform manual labor when operator duties are not required. Work Environment Work may take place in company yards, shops, waterfront properties, roadways, vessels, barges, docks, excavation areas, pile driving sites, staging areas, and customer properties. This role may involve exposure to noise, vibration, dust, mud, water, moving equipment, suspended loads, power tools, traffic, and changing weather conditions. Key Skills and Expectations Safe and skilled operation of vessels, vehicles, and equipment Jobsite and marine safety awareness Load securement and material handling Equipment and vessel inspection Mechanical aptitude Clear communication Reliability and punctuality Teamwork and adaptability Respect for customer property Willingness to support non-operator duties when needed Professional conduct with customers, inspectors, subcontractors, coworkers, and the public Additional Duties This job description is not intended to include every possible task or responsibility. Murphy Maritime may assign additional duties based on company needs, project requirements, employee skill level, certifications, and operational demands. Benefits & Compensation Competitive Salary $27-34 DOE Health, Dental and Vision Insurance 401(k) Paid Time Off
