Marine Construction Pile Driver / Lead Barge Hand

APH Marine Construction, LLC is seeking an experienced Marine Construction Pile Driver / Lead Barge Hand to join our growing team. We specialize in seawalls, docks, boat lifts, marinas, and other waterfront construction projects throughout South Florida.

This position plays a critical role in pile driving operations by coordinating with equipment operators, handling rigging, setting piles, and ensuring installations are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently. This is not an entry-level labor position. We are looking for an experienced marine construction professional with strong field knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to think critically when faced with changing jobsite conditions.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: $27.00–$32.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

• Typical 40-hour work week
• Occasional overtime opportunities
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Advancement opportunities
• Ongoing training and skill development
• Year-round work for qualified team members

Responsibilities

• Rig, guide, and position piles during installation operations.
• Communicate clearly with crane, excavator, and pile driving equipment operators.
• Set up and maintain pile driving leads, templates, and related equipment.
• Verify pile locations, alignments, and elevations.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, layouts, and specifications.
• Identify potential issues before they impact production, safety, or quality.
• Coordinate material handling and movement on barges and jobsites.
• Perform daily inspections of rigging and equipment.
• Maintain safe work practices around suspended loads and active equipment.
• Work closely with foremen and operators to achieve daily production goals.
• Assist with seawall, dock, marina, and boat lift construction projects as required.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 3 years of marine construction, pile driving, dock building, heavy civil, bridge construction, or related field experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and layouts.
• Ability to work outdoors in South Florida conditions.
• Ability to lift and handle construction materials, rigging, and tools safely.
• Strong situational awareness and commitment to jobsite safety.

Preferred

• Experience with pile driving operations.
• Experience as a barge hand, rigger, dock builder, or marine construction crew leader.
• Familiarity with cranes, excavators, barges, and marine construction equipment.
• Rigging and signaling experience.
• Knowledge of seawall, dock, marina, and waterfront construction practices.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is more than a laborer—they are a problem solver. Successful pile driving operations require planning, communication, and attention to detail. The person in this role must be able to anticipate challenges, communicate effectively with operators and crew members, and make sound decisions when field conditions differ from the plans.

We're looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, values safety, works well with a team, and takes pride in producing high-quality marine construction projects. As APH Marine Construction continues to grow, opportunities for increased responsibility and advancement will be available to individuals who consistently demonstrate leadership, reliability, and strong performance.

Apply today and become part of a team building South Florida's waterfront infrastructure.

Pay: $27.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• marine construction, pile driving, dock building: 3 years (Preferred)
• Interpret construction plans and layouts: 1 year (Preferred)
• Construction materials, rigging, and tool safety: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $32