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How much do lock dam jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for lock dam in Alabama is $21.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.32 and $23.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lock dam?

A Lock and Dam job involves operating and maintaining navigation structures that control water levels and vessel traffic on rivers and waterways. Workers in this role are responsible for assisting with locking boats through sections of a river, conducting routine maintenance, and ensuring safe and efficient waterway operations. This job is typically part of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or similar organizations that manage inland waterways.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the lock dam position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lock and Dam Operator, you need practical mechanical aptitude, basic electrical and hydraulic knowledge, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with control systems, tools for routine maintenance, and familiarity with safety regulations and waterway navigation are important technical requirements. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of locks and dams, often in coordination with vessel crews and other team members.

What does a lock dam do?

A typical day for a Lock and Dam Operator involves monitoring and controlling water levels, operating lock gates and valves for vessel passage, performing routine maintenance and inspections of equipment, and keeping detailed operational records. Operators work closely with commercial and recreational boat crews to coordinate safe transit through the lock system and must remain alert to changing weather and water conditions. The work is often performed in shifts to ensure 24/7 operation, sometimes requiring weekend or holiday hours. The environment combines indoor monitoring stations with regular outdoor activity around the lock and dam structure, making safety awareness and adaptability important.

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Experienced Field Engineer

Massman Construction Co.

Mobile, AL • On-site

Other

Re-posted 2 days ago


Job description

Salary:

Company Overview

Since 1908, Massman Construction Co. has been developing and improving transportation and commerce along U.S. waterways. For five generations of the Massman family, we have been an integral part of both private and public infrastructure investment and the growth of our country.


With over 1,700 completed projects, Massman teams have constructed many of our nations most impressive bridges; complex lock, dam, and flood control structures; and efficient ship barge loading facilities. In the process, we have conceived of and implemented solutions for unique challenges in and along our nations coastlines and inland waterways.


Our vision is to be the employer and contractor of choice for construction services and solutions in the heavy civil, marine, and transportation markets by providing meaningful work that results in exceeding customer expectations and providing unsurpassed value.


Position Overview

The experienced engineer is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and managing on-site construction engineering activities for construction of unique and challenging bridge and/or heavy civil and marine projects throughout the United States.


He or she will be responsible for reviewing and understanding the work planning process, resolving technical issues, and issue resolution.The ideal candidate will assist in approving shop drawings, quality control plans, safety plans, and applicable lift and work plans to assure work is being accomplished according to contract requirements.


He or she also reinforces Massmans Incident & Injury Free Initiative along with our corporate mission and vision statement in the daily performance of their work.


Key Responsibilities

  • Be an Incident and Injury Free Leader
  • Inspect project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications, safety standards, and productivity goals
  • Provide technical input for project work plan and scheduling
  • Manage project engineering activities to ensure compliance with company, contract, and schedule requirements
  • Manage subcontractor and vendor schedules, performance, and payments, including strong decision-making to reschedule and/or re-coordinate work to ensure compliance with applicable project schedules
  • Meet daily with project crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget
  • Develop work plans with Superintendents and develop job hazard analysis plans for the crews to follow
  • Develop and maintain site logistics plan with Superintendent staff
  • Remit accurate project quantity input, controls, and cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported
  • Review project specifications for quality assurance at regular intervals
  • Estimate quantities and cost of materials, equipment, and/or labor to determine project feasibility
  • Evaluate submittals and RFIs and takes appropriate action based on contractual requirements
  • Supervise, direct, and mentor junior engineering staff and/or interns to foster individual development and high-quality project standards
  • Ensure timely notices as required to the owner regarding extra work, design changes, delays, impacts, etc.
  • Review and approve daily timecards for construction crews, working with Office Manager, payroll and job construction supervisors as needed
  • Maintain daily records of quality, production, manpower, weather, and incidents in accordance with the companys procedures, compliance, and project requirements
  • Provide support for craft personnel, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and administrative operations as required


Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelors degree
  • Minimum of 4 years experience within the heavy civil and/or marine construction industry


Preferred Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
  • 5-7years experience within the heavy civil and/or marine construction industry
  • Self-motivated and proven ability to lead collaborative efforts
  • Excellent grammar, composition, and verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Working knowledge of Primavera P6 & Auto-Cad
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Products
  • Experience with alternative project deliver methods, including Public Private Partnerships, Design-Build, CMAR/CM/GC, etc.
  • Experience working for state DOTs


Travel Requirements

  • Limited travel may be required

This position will be based in the Mobile, AL area, but relocation may be required in response to other opportunities.


Massman Construction Co. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

It is the employment policy and practice of Massman Construction Co. to recruit and to hire qualified employees without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other classes protected by applicable law, and to not discriminate with respect to compensation and opportunities for advancement, including upgrading, promotion and transfers.


E-Verify Statement

Massman Construction Co. participates in E-Verify.