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Dock Builder

Terry Marine
Riverhead, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/28/2025 CLOSED ON 12/27/2025

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Position Title: Dockbuilder

Company Name: Terry Marine

Pay Range: $25-$33 per hour, depending on experience

Industry: Commercial Industrial / Manufacturing Services

Location: Long Island, NY

Job Overview

Terry Marine is looking for a motivated and adaptable Dockbuilder to join our growing field operations team. In this hands-on role, you'll work on a variety of marine construction projects including dock installations, steel fabrication, and general shoreline structures. Ideal candidates will have a background in construction trades-carpentry, masonry, welding-or experience operating equipment and work skiffs, but above all, we're looking for someone eager to work hard, learn quickly, and thrive on a team.

Who We Are

At Terry Marine, we specialize in unique and challenging marine construction projects for residential, commercial, and government clients. Our work includes building piers, bulkheads, stone revetments, and dock systems-no two days are the same.

We're proud of the culture we've built: a diverse, close-knit crew that works hard, collaborates well, and makes job sites productive and enjoyable. We invest in our people and offer real growth opportunities for those who want to build a career in marine construction.

Learn more about us at www.terrymarine.com

Key Responsibilities

Assist with construction and installation of docks and marine structures

Perform heavy steel fabrication, rigging, cutting, and assembly.

Operate power tools and assist with carpentry, concrete, and other jobsite tasks

Work alongside machine operators and step into operating roles as needed (if trained)

Torch cutting and basic welding support (training available if needed)

Collaborate with a team to meet daily construction goals and adapt to changing priorities

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in compliance with company safety policies

Qualifications

4 years of construction or dock building experience preferred

Hands-on skills in any of the following are helpful:

Carpentry

Masonry

Equipment Operation

Welding or Torch Cutting

High school diploma or GED preferred

Strong work ethic and team-first mindset

Willingness to learn new skills and adapt on the job

Physically able to work outdoors in variable conditions and lift heavy materials

Must pass a background check as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off - Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Leave

Weekly Pay Cycle

Retirement Savings Program

Training and Certifications

Safety Equipment Provided

Company apparel

Travel Projects with Per Diem

Referral Bonus Program

Company Events and Team Environment

Mileage Reimbursement

Mix of municipal and private clients

Schedule

Full-Time - Monday to Friday, with opportunity for overtime

Location

On-site marine construction projects. Projects are regionally based along the Connecticut coastline.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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