How to become a shipyard laborer?

Most shipyard laborers learn their trade on the job and have little to no formal education beyond a high school diploma or GED certificate. However, you can go to vocational school for construction or maintenance trades to gain additional knowledge and skills before finding a position at a shipyard. One of the most important qualifications for this job is a clean criminal background. Many shipyards connect with Naval ports or other potentially sensitive areas, so it's important that all those working in a shipyard have passed background checks and can pass periodic drug tests to keep captains and crew members safe.