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Shipyard Carpenter

National City, CA · On-site

$26/hr

Shipyard Carpenter Location: San Diego, CA (On-site / Shipyard Operations) Shift: 1st, 2nd, or 3rd ... Our goal is to work with regional and national contractors that share our commitment towards safety ...

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Shipyard Carpenter

National City, CA · On-site

$26/hr

Shipyard Carpenter Location: San Diego, CA (On-site / Shipyard Operations) Shift: 1st, 2nd, or 3rd ... Our goal is to work with regional and national contractors that share our commitment towards safety ...

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Shipyard Area Manager

National City, CA · On-site

$67K - $90K/yr

We partner with top-tier shipyards, defense contractors, and industrial operators to place highly ... major shipyard facility in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will be directly accountable for ...

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Shipyard Area Manager

National City, CA · On-site

$67K - $90K/yr

San Diego, CA (Shipyard) Position Type: Full-Time / Direct Placement & Extended Contract Options ... We partner with top-tier shipyards, defense contractors, and industrial operators to place highly ...

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Shipyard Helper/Firewatch

National City, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $19/hr

Our goal is to work with regional and national contractors that share our commitment towards safety and to provide long term rewarding work assignments for our valued employees. LEAD is proud to be ...

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Electrician

San Diego, CA · On-site

$26.50 - $36.25/hr

Full service electro-mechanical repair and diesel repair contractor. Garnered a wealth of extensive ... Minimum 6 years of marine and/or shipyard experience. * Ability to obtain / maintain a Department ...

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Outside Machinist Journeyman

San Diego, CA · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

... shipyard experience preferred; at our San Diego, CA location. PCE is a full service electro-mechanical repair and diesel repair contractor. PCE has garnered a wealth of extensive experience in ...

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Contracts Administrator II

National City, CA · On-site

South Bay Sandblasting & Tank Cleaning, Inc. (SBSBTC) is a shipyard-related subcontractor supporting U.S. Navy and prime contractor ship repair efforts. We are seeking a highly driven Contracts ...

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How much do shipyard contractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for shipyard contractor in California is $24.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.83 and $27.74 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a shipyard contractor?

A Shipyard Contractor is a professional or company hired to perform specialized tasks in a shipyard, such as shipbuilding, repair, maintenance, or refurbishment. They may work on various vessels, including commercial ships, military ships, and offshore structures. Responsibilities can include welding, painting, electrical work, or mechanical repairs. Contractors often follow strict safety and environmental regulations while working in industrial shipyard environments. This role requires technical expertise, physical endurance, and adherence to maritime industry standards.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a shipyard contractor?

A Shipyard Contractor typically oversees on-site construction and repair activities, coordinates with project managers, subcontractors, and clients, and ensures compliance with safety and engineering standards. Daily tasks often include scheduling work crews, inspecting project progress, managing budgets and materials, and resolving issues that arise during construction. Collaboration with marine engineers, quality control inspectors, and regulatory officials is common to maintain project timelines and standards. The role is both hands-on and managerial, requiring adaptability and strong organizational skills due to the fast-paced and dynamic shipyard environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a shipyard contractor?

To succeed as a Shipyard Contractor, you need strong knowledge of maritime construction, project management, and safety regulations, often supported by relevant certifications and work experience. Proficiency with CAD software, budgeting tools, and compliance systems such as OSHA and EPA standards is typically required. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help coordinate teams and manage multiple subcontractors effectively. These abilities are crucial for ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget in the complex shipyard environment.

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Accounting Administrative Assistant

Lead Staffing

National City, CA • On-site

$19.25 - $24.50/hr

Full-time

Medical

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Job description

Job Title: Accounting Admin 1 (Payroll Support)
Industry: Maritime / Marine Defense Staffing
Location: San Diego, CA
Position Type: Full-Time / On-Site
Position Summary
Lead Marine is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Admin 1 on behalf of our client, a prominent shipyard contractor in San Diego. Reporting directly to the Payroll Supervisor, this role works in a collaborative, fast-paced environment alongside Accounting, Tax, Audit, HR, and Risk Management teams.
In this position, you will perform critical administrative tasks necessary to process weekly payroll accurately and on time, while delivering high-touch customer service to field personnel and internal leadership.

Key Responsibilities
  • Payroll Operations: Assist internal payroll specialists with daily tasks to ensure all timecard calculations and payroll transactions are processed accurately and on schedule.
  • Timekeeping Audits: Review, audit, and reconcile Workforce AutoTime exception reports to resolve timekeeping discrepancies prior to weekly payroll runs.
  • Customer Service: Provide prompt, courteous, and professional support to workers, supervisors, and office staff via phone, email, and in-person inquiries regarding payroll or timecard matters.
  • Departmental Support: Perform general administrative duties within the Payroll department and contribute to continuous improvements in payroll processing workflows.
  • Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner with HR, Risk Management, and Accounting to maintain accurate records and resolve workforce issues efficiently.
Qualifications & Requirements
  • Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Payroll Experience: Familiarity with payroll principles, timecard calculations, and automated payroll/timekeeping systems (experience with AutoTime or similar enterprise software is a plus).
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
  • Communication Skills: Strong customer service orientation with the ability to manage employee inquiries with respect, empathy, and strict confidentiality.
  • Work Style: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, manage competing deadlines, and maintain exceptional accuracy under weekly timelines.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
  • Yard Mobility: Must be physically able to walk across all shipyard locations to coordinate with field supervisors and deliver documentation when necessary.
  • General Requirements: Regularly required to sit, perform computer/data entry tasks, converse on the phone, and utilize close, distance, and depth-perception vision.
  • Environment: Office setting situated within an active shipyard facility; noise level in the immediate work environment is typically moderate.
Benefits: 
  • Health insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave
 
*The benefits listed above are subject to eligibility requirements*

To see a list of more available jobs, please visit www.leadstaff.com/jobs/

About LEAD Staffing 
Lead Staffing, established in 2010, specializes in Construction, Industrial and Marine Staffing of Skilled Tradespeople throughout the United States of America. Our goal is to work with regional and national contractors that share our commitment towards safety and to provide long term rewarding work assignments for our valued employees.

LEAD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  

LEAD is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a growing national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.