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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

COOK (DUAL RATE)

Portland, OR · On-site +1

$34.86 - $40.67/hr

You will prepare and serve meals aboard a Hopper Dredge to all Crew Members. * You will prepare various meats such as poultry, fish, chops, steaks, roasts. * You will prepare various vegetables and ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for dredge in Oregon is $38.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36.59 and $40.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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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Dredge operators usually work outdoors on watercraft, barges, or platforms, often in varying weather conditions and remote maritime locations. The role can require shift work, including nights, weekends, or extended stays on site, depending on project needs and schedules. You’ll often work as part of a small, close-knit crew where clear communication and safety protocols are extremely important. While the environment can be physically demanding, it offers hands-on, rewarding work for those who enjoy both teamwork and operating specialized heavy equipment.

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Assistant Master Hopper Dredge

Careers Fields -- Headquarters U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Portland, OR

$75.45/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

About the Position: This position is aboard a hopper dredge. The Portland District's hopper dredges Yaquina and Essayons, work to ensure a safe "highway" for ships and other vessels. The hopper dredge is a specialized sea-going vessel designed to dredge and transport dredged material from ocean bars, fast flowing rivers and isolated harbors to open-water disposal areas.Qualifications:Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.
  • Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
  • Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
  • Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
  • Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.
Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Assistant Master Hopper Dredge without more than normal supervision. You must possess a current U.S. Coast Guard License for Master, Unlimited Tonnage, Oceans, or higher and a current Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC). Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
  • Ability To Lead or Supervise
  • WORKING CONDITIONS Spends most of the time on the bridge or in the office. Occasionally is exposed to weather conditions, heat, and noise when making inspection tours. There is danger from traffic hazards, particularly in foggy weather and at night. There is danger of slippery decks and drowning. Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required.
  • PHYSICAL EFFORT Light to moderate effort is required for continuous standing and operation of various controls while on watch. Incumbent must have color and depth perception and be able to see in low visibility conditions in order to navigate a dredge. Lifts and carries equipment up to 45 pounds and occasionally over 45 pounds. Work requires prolonged standing, walking, sitting and climbing, all of which can cause exertion of the lower back. The employee must maintain good lower back physical condition. Incumbent must possess color and depth perception and be able to see by low visibility conditions in order to perform duties.
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