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Decking Installer III

Vigor Industrial Services
$24.80 / hr
United States, Oregon, Portland
5555 North Channel Avenue (Show on map)
Aug 26, 2025
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 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 dedicated employees across five 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, visitvigor.net. HOURLY RATE: $24.80 POSITION SUMMARY: Installation of Quarry, Ceramic, porcelain and Mosaic Tiles. Installation of Soft Tiles, Sheet Goods, Carpet and Carpet tiles. Installation of Trowel Finished Epoxy Terrazzo, Colorflake and underlayments. Coordinate to mobilization and demobilizing job sites. Demolition of flooring and underlayments. Prepare and prime steel surface. Hand load materials aboard vessels and into necessary spaces. Good housekeeping of work site. Learn to practice and adhere to proper material disposal requirements. 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.) Safe work practice, wear PPE, adheres to safety rules and regulations. Regularly install decking products of the following types: Hard Tiles, Soft Tiles (vinyl, rubber, etc.), Carpet, Sheet Goods, Trowel Finished Epoxy systems/Underlayments, and Colorflake systems Learn all facets of our flooring installations Keep work site clean and organized Stockmaterials and tools throughout vessel according to job specifications Lead and/or mentor helpers and apprentices Obtain knowledge and adhere to material disposal process Demolish decking materials, when needed INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees Ability to follow written and oral instructions regarding daily functions, safety rules and regulations and possible hazardous conditions. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Utilizes safe work practices in accordance with Job Hazard Analysis Pays attention to details when taping, cutting in, around drains, walls, doorways and keeping product off customer owned equipment Knowledge on how to use trowels, air chippers, needle guns, deck crawlers, grinders, wet saw, tile cutter, torch, floor scraper and floor buffing machines Can repair in the field basic problems related to above mentioned tools Understands cure times and recoat windows of products Basic skill on proper installation of epoxy, urethane, polyaspartic and urethane sealers Possess skill required to install cove base materials with a radius that is straight with no waves Effectively communicate and work in a diverse industry/work force Practice working smart, careful, productive, flexible and considerate Self-motivational and some problem-solving skills Shows a willingness and ability to learn and move forward. Seeking people that are meticulous and patient and are driven to learn all facets of our flooring installations. Seeking individuals who possess a good attitude and are willing to learn and work smart. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma/GED or 10th grade education with 6 months to 2+ years equivalent industrial training and or equivalent industrial experience. At least 2 years Installation experience in at least two types of flooring (Hard Tiles, Soft Tiles (vinyl, rubber, etc.), Carpet, Sheet Goods, Trowel Finished Epoxy systems/Underlayments, and Colorflake systems). Forklift experience is a plus but not required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. Must be able to push and pull up to 60 lbs. Require ability to stand and or walk on hard uneven surfaces for extensive periods of time. At times work is performed in tight spaces in adverse temperatures. Must be able to handle working on multiple levels of a vessel requiring up and down ladder wells throughout the workdays. Wear a respirator when required. WORK ENVIRONMENT: May be exposed to excessive noise, welding gases and fumes, and varying weather conditions. Proper protective equipment will be provided as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. CITIZENSHIP:Pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship. 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 truth Responsibility:We act on what we know is right Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world Love: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.