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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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To excel as a dredge operator, you need mechanical aptitude, knowledge of marine operations, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with operating heavy dredging equipment, understanding navigational systems, and certifications such as a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) are often required. Attention to safety, teamwork, and adaptability are crucial soft skills in this field. These abilities are vital for effective, safe, and efficient dredging operations in challenging marine environments.

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Infographic showing various Dredge job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 86% In-person, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,236 per year, or $38.1 per hour.

Aggregate Dredge Mechanic- Swing Shift

CalPortland

Scappoose, OR

$26.25 - $34.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

CalPortland rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Summary

The Aggregate Dredge Mechanic is responsible for safe repair and maintenance of hydrolic cutter suction dredge and mining equipment typically found in an aggregate facility including crushers, screen decks, conveyors, drums, etc. The Dredge Mechanic is expected to complete pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, submit required daily documentation and assist in plant operations as needed.

Benefits

At CalPortland, we're proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees.  Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That's why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.  All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans.  Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program.  The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Responsibilities
  • Perform safety and mechanical inspections of the plant and equipment
  • Address any housekeeping issues within the workspace
  • Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance problems to ensure minimum cost and prevent operational delays
  • Understand and comply with MSHA rules and regulations
  • Other duties as assigned by manager
Education

High school diploma/GED

Requirements/Qualifications
  • Safety Sensitive Swing Shift Position
  • Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Provide own tools typically used in aggregate facility maintenance
  • Physical requirements: able to lift or move up to 100 lbs., stand, walk, climb, bend, stretch, kneel, crouch, and drive on rough terrain
  • Able to work in wet and/or dry conditions and extreme heat and cold
  • Strong communication, problem solving and leadership skills
  • Able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of crushers, wash plants, conveyors, material washers and various other types of fixed equipment used in the industry
  • Proficient in welding and cutting
  • Proficient operator of forklift, man lift, cranes and boom trucks
  • Experience operating heavy equipment used in aggregate facilities (loaders, dozers, road graders) preferred
  • Current MSHA training certification preferred
Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Safety sensitive positions and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulated require ongoing alcohol and drug testing. For work that will be performed in the San Francisco area, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

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