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Viking Dredging

Dredge Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Responsibilities for The Dredge Mechanic - Engineer * Repairing and Maintaining a hydraulic suction cutterhead dredge * Must be mechanically inclined with good organizational skills. The dredge ...

Viking Dredging

Dredge Engineer

Houston, TX · Remote

$25 - $30/hr

Responsibilities for The Dredge Mechanic - EngineerRepairing and Maintaining a hydraulic suction cutterhead dredgeMust be mechanically inclined with good organizational skills. The dredge mechanic ...

Viking Dredging

Dredge Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Responsibilities for The Dredge Mechanic - Engineer * Repairing and Maintaining a hydraulic suction cutterhead dredge * Must be mechanically inclined with good organizational skills. The dredge ...

Pine Bluff Materials, Co.

Dredge Deckhand

Henderson, KY · On-site

$21.29 - $23.57/hr

Dredge Deckhand position on a dredge on the Ohio River with primary base of report in Ledbetter, KY. Must communicate and work well with tender boat crew on all shifts, dredge and dredge support crew ...

Pine Bluff Materials, Co.

Dredge Deckhand

Ledbetter, KY · On-site

$21.29 - $23.57/hr

Dredge Deckhand position on a dredge on the Ohio River with primary base of report in Ledbetter, KY. Must communicate and work well with tender boat crew on all shifts, dredge and dredge support crew ...

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Pine Bluff Materials Co.

Dredge Deckhand

Ledbetter, KY · On-site

Dredge Deckhand position on a dredge on the Ohio River with primary base of report in Ledbetter, KY. Must communicate and work well with tender boat crew on all shifts, dredge and dredge support crew ...

New

Sea Hawk Maritime

Dredge Operator - Leverman

Naples, FL · On-site

$28 - $31/hr

Dredge Operator - Leverman Immediate Position available for a Dredge Operator. This is a great opportunity for an experienced dredge operator to join our growing team! Excellent benefits, vacation ...

Pine Bluff Materials, Co.

Dredge Deckhand

Henderson, KY · On-site

$21.29 - $23.57/hr

Dredge Deckhand position on a dredge on the Ohio River with primary base of report in Ledbetter, KY. Must communicate and work well with tender boat crew on all shifts, dredge and dredge support crew ...

Pine Bluff Materials, Co.

Dredge Deckhand

Ledbetter, KY · On-site

$21.29 - $23.57/hr

Dredge Deckhand position on a dredge on the Ohio River with primary base of report in Ledbetter, KY. Must communicate and work well with tender boat crew on all shifts, dredge and dredge support crew ...

Pine Bluff Materials Co.

Dredge Deckhand

Henderson, KY · On-site

Dredge Deckhand position on a dredge on the Ohio River with primary base of report in Ledbetter, KY. Must communicate and work well with tender boat crew on all shifts, dredge and dredge support crew ...

Dredge America, Inc.

Dredge Deckhand

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

The primary responsibility of a Deckhand is to assist the Dredge Operator in achieving maximum production while taking care of the equipment with professionalism and integrity. Other job ...

Dredge America, Inc.

$18 - $25/hr

The primary responsibility of a Deckhand is to assist the Dredge Operator in achieving maximum production while taking care of the equipment with professionalism and integrity. Other job ...

Greentek, Inc.

DREDGE OPERATOR-LA

West Monroe, LA · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Description The Dredge Operator is responsible for safely operating a hydraulic or suction dredge to extract sand at Greentek Resources' West Monroe, Louisiana site. This role involves positioning ...

Sea Hawk Maritime

Dredge Operator - Leverman

Naples, FL · On-site

$28 - $31/hr

Dredge Operator - Leverman Immediate Position available for a Dredge Operator. This is a great opportunity for an experienced dredge operator to join our growing team! Excellent benefits, vacation ...

Sea Hawk Maritime

Dredge Deckhand

Naples, FL · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Dredge Deckhand This is a great opportunity for an experienced Deck Hand who can help the dredge crew on the water and land. You must have at least 3 to 5 years of dredging or marine construction ...

Sea Hawk Maritime

Dredge Deckhand

Naples, FL · On-site

$20 - $22/wk

Dredge DeckhandThis is a great opportunity for an experienced Deck Hand who can help the dredge crew on the water and land. You must have at least 3 to 5 years of dredging or marine construction ...

Gator Dredging

Dredge Operator - Leverman

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Gator Dredging - Dredge Operator - LevermanImmediate Position available for a Dredge Operator. This is a great opportunity for an experienced dredge operator to join our growing team! Excellent ...

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A dredge job involves operating equipment to excavate and remove sediment, debris, or other materials from bodies of water such as rivers, lakes, and harbors. Dredging is essential for maintaining navigable waterways, preventing flooding, and supporting construction or environmental projects. Operators control dredging machinery, monitor excavation progress, and ensure safe and efficient operations. This role often requires working in challenging conditions and may involve teamwork with engineers and marine specialists.

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Dredge Engineer

Viking Dredging

Houston, TX • On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Job description:
Immediate Positions available for separate positions for a Dredge Engineer. This is a great opportunity for an experienced dredger to join our growing team! Excellent pay and benefits. You must have experience in the field of dredging.
Responsibilities for The Dredge Mechanic - Engineer
  • Repairing and Maintaining a hydraulic suction cutterhead dredge
  • Must be mechanically inclined with good organizational skills. The dredge mechanic will oversee daily maintenance of the dredge as well as inventory of dredge tools and supplies. Should have a basic knowledge of diesel and gasoline internal combustion engines and some electrical knowledge and theory is a plus. Must be able to trouble shoot, mechanical, electrical, pneumatics and hydraulic driven devices and related components.
  • The Dredge Mechanic will be required to monitor and document temperature, fluid levels and all related operating parameters as pertains to the dredge.
  • The Dredge Mechanic will be working hand in hand with the dredge operator and management to ensure the dredge is being maintained. Documentation of work orders and PM hour intervals to be completed.
  • Have the ability to communicate well with the superintendent, dredge operator boat operators, and deck hands.
  • Completion of Daily Maintenance Logs.
  • Job duties include working in and around the water.
  • MUST be motivated and able to work independently.
  • Assist in Mobilizations/Demobilizations as needed
  • Position will include some miscellaneous laborer.
  • Position will require out of town (Texas) travel for extended periods.

Requirements for All Personnel:
  • You must have experience in the field of dredging.
  • Must be safety conscious and adhere to company safety policy. Must wear the appropriate PPE as required.
  • The position consists of working up to 12 hours a day for several weeks at a time.
  • Must maintain a valid Driver's license.
  • Heavy equipment experience a plus.
  • OSHA Certifications a plus
  • Boating or Equipment Certifications a plus
  • Be honest, hardworking, reliable, punctual and attitude to get the job done.

For more information, please visit www.vikingdredging.com
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance

Experience:
  • Marine or Dredging: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:
  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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