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Comfortsystemsusa

Ship Loose Coordinator

Houston, TX

$17.25 - $22/hr

The Ship Loose Coordinator owns the day-to-day coordination, control, tracking, and communication of ship loose material from project release through final shipment and closeout. The role ensures ...

Comfortsystemsusa

Ship Loose Coordinator

Houston, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $22/hr

The Ship Loose Coordinator owns the day-to-day coordination, control, tracking, and communication of ship loose material from project release through final shipment and closeout. The role ensures ...

Total Site Solutions

Ship Preparation Lead

Georgetown, TX · On-site

$16.75 - $21/hr

Ship Preparation Lead Total Site Solutions (TSS) Georgetown, TX ., is seeking a result driven Ship Preparation Lead . The Ship Preparation Lead is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all ...

Mercy Ships

Application Support Engineer I

Lindale, TX · On-site

$60K - $64K/yr

Who We Are Mercy Ships is a global faith-based charity that uses hospital ships to bring life-changing surgeries and transformational medical training to people in some of the most challenging ...

Mercy-Ships-

Application Support Engineer I

Lindale, TX · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Mercy Ships, 15862 Highway 110 N, Lindale, Texas, United States of America Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 6:00 AM Who We Are Mercy Ships is a global faith-based charity that uses hospital ships ...

Mercy Ships

Logistics Coordinator

Lindale, TX · On-site

$43K - $48K/yr

Who We Are Mercy Ships is a global faith-based charity that uses hospital ships to bring life-changing surgeries and transformational medical training to people in some of the most challenging ...

U.S. Navy

Ship Operations

Haslet, TX · On-site

Enlisted Both Overview Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo ...

U.S. Navy

Ship Operations

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Enlisted Both Overview Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo ...

U.S. Navy

Ship Operations

Skidmore, TX · On-site

Enlisted Both Overview Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo ...

U.S. Navy

Ship Operations

Whitewright, TX · On-site

Enlisted Both Overview Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo ...

U.S. Navy

Ship Operations

Deport, TX · On-site

Enlisted Both Overview Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo ...

U.S. Navy

Ship Operations

Electra, TX · On-site

Enlisted Both Overview Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo ...

U.S. Navy

Ship Operations

Pittsburg, TX · On-site

Enlisted Both Overview Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo ...

U.S. Navy

Ship Operations

Van Horn, TX · On-site

Enlisted Both Overview Boatswains Mates are seamanship and deck operations experts who form the backbone of a ships crew. They handle small boats, maintain topside equipment, and support cargo ...

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How much do shipbuilding jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for shipbuilding in Texas is $123,681.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,300.00 and $163,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is shipbuilding?

A shipbuilding job involves constructing, repairing, and maintaining ships and other marine vessels. This work is typically carried out in shipyards by skilled professionals such as welders, engineers, electricians, and naval architects. Shipbuilders use specialized tools and materials to ensure vessels meet safety and performance standards. The industry supports commercial, military, and recreational maritime operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in shipbuilding?

To excel in shipbuilding, you need a strong background in engineering, mechanics, or skilled trades, along with relevant technical training or apprenticeship qualifications. Familiarity with CAD software, welding equipment, and shipbuilding regulations such as ABS or IMO standards is often required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills in this field. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, efficient vessel construction and smooth collaboration within multidisciplinary shipyard teams.

What are the typical work environments and conditions in the shipbuilding industry?

Shipbuilding professionals commonly work in large shipyards, dry docks, or fabrication facilities where both indoor and outdoor work is required, often near water. The environment can be physically demanding, involving the use of heavy machinery, tools, and sometimes working at heights or in confined spaces, while adhering strictly to safety regulations. Teams are typically multidisciplinary, composed of engineers, welders, electricians, and other specialists who collaborate closely to meet project deadlines. You may work in rotating shifts, especially during peak construction periods, and adaptability to changing tasks is valued in most shipbuilding roles. Understanding these conditions can help you decide if shipbuilding is the right fit for your career goals.

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Infographic showing various Shipbuilding job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,681 per year, or $59.5 per hour.

New Ship Network Engineer II- United States Based

Mercy Ships

Lindale, TX • On-site

$60K - $79K/yr

Full-time, Contractor

Re-posted 4 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and support network infrastructure and application components.

  • Assist in the design and implementation of network configurations and support multi-site network operations.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve network hardware, connectivity issues, and support perimeter security systems.

Job description

Who We Are
Mercy Ships is a global faith-based charity that uses hospital ships to bring life-changing surgeries and transformational medical training to people in some of the most challenging contexts along the African coast. For over 40 years, Mercy Ships has been delivering lasting hope and healing through safe surgical care, while working alongside partners and stakeholders to strengthen local healthcare systems in more than 55 countries. Since the inception of this dream by founders Don and Deyon Stephens in 1978, Mercy Ships has served more than 2.7 million direct beneficiaries without regard for race, gender, or religion.
Do you have a heart for the hurting and a desire to invest your talents and experiences into a mission with eternal significance? For every transformative surgery that takes place onboard one of our Mercy Ships, there are dozens of men and women being used of the Lord to prepare the way through their vocational gifts and talents!
The New Ship Network Engineer II is responsible for installing, configuring, and supporting network infrastructure and application components. The network engineer also provides input on network design configurations and installations and is a key contributor to Mercy Ships new ship build project, working closely with cross functional teams.
This is a REMOTE full time, 2-year limited term role, but this role will be expected to travel to and work at our Lindale, Texas office 75% of the time. This opportunity is an Independent Contractor role and also requires significant domestic and international travel, approximately 40-60% of the year.
Annual Compensation Range is $60,000-$79,000
**Compensation range listed is for U.S. hires only. Actual compensation may vary dependent upon location of hire.
How You'll Contribute:
  • Maintain a strong foundational understanding of Internet technologies and network protocols.
  • Unbox, rack, install, and configure Cisco routers and switches.
  • Install, configure, and support wireless networking systems.
  • Assist in the design and implementation of multi-server environments, including IP addressing schemes.
  • Provide technical assistance and support to staff, administrators, service providers, site personnel, and external vendors.
  • Maintain and support multi-site network operations across both private and public facilities.
  • Administer and maintain perimeter security systems, including firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
  • Manage assigned projects and program components to ensure services are delivered in alignment with established objectives.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve network hardware and connectivity issues.
  • Provide after-hours or on-call support as required.
  • Meet eligibility requirements for travel in accordance with mercy ships policies, government regulations, and health requirements.
  • Maintains alignment and upholds Mercy Ships Core Values, Code of Conduct, and follows the policies and procedures published on Compass.
  • Follows the model of Jesus and aligns with our core values by Loving God; Loving and Serving Others; Being a Person of Integrity; and a Person of Excellence in all you say and do.
  • Other duties may be assigned that are not included in the information provided in this job description.

Ideal Candidate:
  • Ability to live and work in a community-oriented environment, demonstrating healthy interpersonal and relational skills.
  • Strong expertise in Cisco routers and switches.
  • In-depth understanding of TCP IP networking.
  • Knowledge of routing protocols such as EIGRP and BGP.
  • Strong understanding of LAN technologies including VLANs.
  • Working knowledge of network services and protocols such as HTTP/S, DNS, and FTP.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, including Wan connectivity.
  • Experience working independently with service providers.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to research networking issues, technologies, and solutions as needed.
  • Highly self-motivated with strong attention to detail.
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Alignment with Mercy Ships' mission, vision, and core values.
  • Demonstrated commitment to servant leadership, collaboration, integrity, and accountability.

Education and Experience:
  • This role aligns with Enterprise Infrastructure Tiered Role Model.
  • Must meet the requirements of Connectivity Tier 2 experience.
  • Must meet the requirements of Connectivity Tier 2 certification and education
  • Experience using network monitoring tools experience with Palo Alto networks, Cisco, and Aruba technologies is strongly preferred

Pour your God-given talents into a mission with eternal return on investment -- join the Mercy Ships Crew, today! This is a paid position. To explore our many Mercy Ships volunteer opportunities, please visit us at: https://www.mercyships.org/get-involved/volunteer/

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