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... Pier Community Redevelopment Agency - Maintenance Naples City Dock Marina Fund (Enterprise ... Chad Merritt, Director Aaron Hopkins, Deputy Director Jason Collins, Recreation Superintendent ...

Field Tech

Austin, TX · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

Responsibilities • Aiding our Superintendent by assisting in the inspection of our client ... Pier and Beam structures • Working with both the customer and the office team to provide an ...

Aiding our Superintendent by assisting in the inspection of our client's foundation installation ... Building detailed maps of crawl space areas on Pier and Beam structures * Working with both the ...

Concrete Finisher

York, PA

$20.50 - $28/hr

Brings problems to the attention of the Foreman/General Superintendent, Safety Director, or HR ... flat pour, pier, or foundation. Assist in setting forms and making sure they are at the proper ...

Concrete Finisher

York, PA · On-site

$20.50 - $28/hr

Brings problems to the attention of the Foreman/General Superintendent, Safety Director, or HR ... pier, or foundation. • Assist in setting forms and making sure they are at the proper grade or ...

With five shipyards, eight dry docks, and more than 20,000 feet of pier space on or near U.S. Naval bases, at historic shipyards, and the home of the Alaskan Marine Highway System, our 2,500 ...

Engineering Superintendent

Portland, OR · On-site

$96K - $106K/yr

With five shipyards, eight dry docks, and more than 20,000 feet of pier space on or near U.S. Naval bases, at historic shipyards, and the home of the Alaskan Marine Highway System, our 2,500 ...

With five shipyards, eight dry docks, and more than 20,000 feet of pier space on or near U.S. Naval bases, at historic shipyards, and the home of the Alaskan Marine Highway System, our 2,500 ...

Foreman

Bryan, TX · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

... deep pier drilled shafts, large equipment pads, direct embedment, structure supports, site ... This position will report directly to the Superintendent/Operations Manager. Responsibilities

Concrete Finisher

York, PA · On-site

$20.50 - $28/hr

Brings problems to the attention of the Foreman/General Superintendent, Safety Director, or HR ... pier, or foundation. • Assist in setting forms and making sure they are at the proper grade or ...

Coordinate extensively with superintendents, engineers, inspectors, and suppliers. Anticipate ... A minimum of three years of experience finishing concrete structures and pier foundations, setting ...

Coordinate extensively with superintendents, engineers, inspectors, and suppliers. Anticipate ... A minimum of three years of experience finishing concrete structures and pier foundations, setting ...

Coordinate extensively with superintendents, engineers, inspectors, and suppliers. Anticipate ... A minimum of three years of experience finishing concrete structures and pier foundations, setting ...

... superintendents, engineers, inspectors, and suppliers. • Anticipate schedule conflicts and ... pier foundations, setting steel preformed forming systems, and pouring concrete. • A strong ...

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How much do pier superintendent jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for pier superintendent in the United States is $95,168.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main challenges a Pier Superintendent faces in managing daily pier operations?

Pier Superintendents often encounter challenges such as coordinating the logistics of cargo loading and unloading, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations, and managing a diverse team of dockworkers, equipment operators, and logistics staff. They must also handle unexpected issues like equipment malfunctions or weather disruptions while maintaining efficient operations. Strong problem-solving skills, clear communication, and adaptability are essential to succeed in this dynamic environment.

What is the difference between Pier Superintendent vs Dock Supervisor?

AspectPier SuperintendentDock Supervisor
CertificationsTypically requires OSHA safety training, maritime certificationsOften requires OSHA safety training, maritime or dock-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentOn-site at piers, overseeing construction and maintenanceAt docks, managing daily operations and vessel docking
Employer & IndustryMaritime, shipping, port authoritiesShipping companies, port authorities, logistics firms

The Pier Superintendent and Dock Supervisor roles share similar certifications and work environments related to maritime operations. However, the Pier Superintendent typically oversees construction and maintenance at piers, while the Dock Supervisor manages daily vessel operations and dock activities. Both roles are essential in port operations but focus on different aspects of maritime infrastructure and logistics.

What is a Pier Superintendent?

A Pier Superintendent is a management professional responsible for overseeing all operations and activities on a pier, such as cargo handling, vessel scheduling, safety compliance, and coordination with shipping companies and port authorities. They ensure the efficient loading and unloading of goods, manage pier staff, and address any operational issues that arise. Pier Superintendents also play a key role in maintaining safety standards and ensuring environmental regulations are followed. Their work is critical to the smooth and timely movement of goods through a port or harbor.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Pier Superintendent, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pier Superintendent, you need strong knowledge of port operations, logistics management, and safety regulations, often backed by experience in maritime or transportation sectors. Familiarity with cargo handling equipment, inventory management systems, and relevant certifications like OSHA are typically required. Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help in managing teams and coordinating with various stakeholders. These competencies ensure efficient, safe, and compliant operations at the pier, minimizing delays and enhancing productivity.
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Infographic showing various Pier Superintendent job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,168 per year, or $45.8 per hour.
Yard Superintendent - Swing Shift

Yard Superintendent - Swing Shift

Vigor, LLC

Portland, OR • On-site

$47.41/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Description
Who We Are
Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative, integrated partner with a national footprint in marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication, and marine services.
With four shipyards, six dry docks, and more than 20,000 feet of pier space on or near U.S. Naval bases and at historic shipyards, our 2,500 dedicated employees across four states - from the Pacific Northwest to San Diego to Norfolk - personify the values of our company. Vigor Marine Group takes pride in being the employer of choice for our employees, who in turn take great pride in their contributions to the communities where they live and work, and to their nation - through their living wage jobs supporting their local economies, and through the world-class maritime and industrial services they provide to further our defense readiness and national security. For more information, visit vigor.net.
HOURLY RATE: $47.41
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is the onsite company representative during swing shift operations responsible for maintaining oversight of the facility, safety, environmental issues and project work. This position successfully leads projects to reflect company goals, specifically safety, delivery of project under budget, and on time while maintaining quality and customer relationships. This is accomplished by coordinating craft efforts and customer needs to successfully support overall project objectives. The incumbent assists the supervisors in mitigation strategies as soon as variances from schedule are identified. The role reports to the Project Manager on an assigned project but remains a direct report of the appropriate Director level manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job's overall responsibilities.)
  • Promotes a safe working environment by ensuring that yard activities are in compliance with OSHA and environmental requirements and following all company safety policies and procedures.
  • Acts as senior person on site in the event of a personnel and/or yard emergency. Communicates to necessary parties depending on the severity.
  • Sequencing units of work to meet required delivery dates and maintain project profitability within or ahead of budget. Removes roadblocks identified by Production Supervisors / Manufacturing Supervisors and Production workers.
  • Promotes a safe working environment using daily safety briefs, promoting/enforcing PPE, discussing job hazard analysis, and accident prevention.
  • Supports supervisors in resolving any issues and eliminating barriers that may compromise the successful completion of turnover work and elevate those issues they are unable to resolve.
  • Responsible for identifying and aligning external resources to support the execution of the project. These groups include any and all departments that interface with production such as Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing and Facilities.
  • Primary liaison between the Project Manager and the working crews regarding communications relative to performance on safety, quality, budget and schedule.
  • In cases where projects have an assigned swing shift Superintendent, this position provides oversight and assistance and oversees an effective turnover process between shifts to ensure priorities delegated have been met.
  • Determines best use of available resources to support critical path activities. Coordinates leads and workers in prioritizing activities/jobs to meet or exceed customer expectations while assuring best use of shipyard facilities and resources.

JOB SCOPE:
The position operates within general parameters but must use sound judgment and independent decision making when carrying out job responsibilities. Has the ability to influence and change existing protocols. Through subordinate supervisors, the position has overall responsibility for all production employees. He/she works with considerable independence following the guidelines and goals identified by the Project Manager on assigned projects in order to achieve production goals and benchmarks. Failure to meet deadlines could result in loss of business and rework.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
The role may direct salaried and hourly supervisors and employees responsible for the day-to-day assignments. Employees have varying degrees of technical expertise. The level of supervision is more hands-on.
INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:
The Yard Superintendent works with many levels inside Ship Repair. This position represents the Company through formal and informal interactions with the customer. Interfaces with and takes direction from the Project Manager on assigned projects in generating executable work plans for supervisors performing the work.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • The individual must have experience and thorough knowledge of shipyard production procedures, government regulations, ship repair methods and administrative procedures.
  • He/she must have experience and a working knowledge of all specific operations of the department, including all machinery and tools.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
  • AA degree or equivalent work experience is preferred
  • Minimum four (4) years of experience in a heavy industrial/marine environment with increasing levels of responsibilities.
  • Minimum four (4) years of experience in a supervisory capacity with increasing levels of responsibilities.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS: None required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is conducted in a dynamic, fast-paced shipyard with moderate to loud noise levels from production activity in the shipyard. The individual will be required to be in production areas in yard and onboard ships. He/she must be able to walk to and from job sites. The person must be able to climb inclined stairways and vertical ladders; to enter confined areas and tanks; to work at heights. He/she may be required to work more than 8-hour shifts and weekend. The incumbent must be able to frequently bend, squat, crawl, twist and may be required to lift up to 50 pounds. There may be local travel and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 5% of the time with notice.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While in production areas will be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dusts and odors.
This role is with a federally contracted employer and is subject to regulations that restrict employment to US Persons only (i.e. US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, legally recognized asylees and refugees, and persons protected under INA). Successful job candidates will be asked to provide documentation of their US Persons status.
Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening.
Vigor Values
Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.
Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truthResponsibility: We act on what we know is rightEvolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing worldLove: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in
Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor's Human Resources Department.
In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.