New

Loader/Driver

Vigor Works

$30.31 / hr

paid holidays, 401(k)

United States, Washington, Vancouver

Jan 13, 2026

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 four shipyards, six dry docks, and more than 20,000 feet of pier space on or near U.S. Naval bases and at historic shipyards, our 2,500 dedicated employees across four 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: $30.31

POSITION SUMMARY:
Assist the shipping department in loading/unloading distribution and storage of materials and products using forklifts, etc.Responsible for leading a group of workers, assisting supervisor in organizing workload, labor force, scheduling of work, planning, etc.

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.)

Load/unload and distribute materials and finished products using forklifts, dolly cars, etc.
Count and verify loads from invoices.
Pick parts from instructions, bill of materials or lists then transport materials into fabrication area(s) as required.
Loaders are to be experienced, or equivalent, in performing specialist and helper duties.

JOB SCOPE: Handle materials as directed

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
While this position will not hold direct supervisory responsibility, occasional direction of work towards others on projects may be required.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

Ability to follow written and oral instructions regarding daily functions, safety rules and regulations, and possible hazardous conditions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Can demonstrate competency with structural shapes, sizes, grades, weights, bills of material, etc.
Knowledge in loading and unloading of trucks, barges, and railcars.
Maintain safe and efficient work methods, know the capacity and limitation of all hoisting equipment, clamps, and slings.
Proficient in forklift operation of 15,500lbs or larger

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:Forklift Experience Required

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Certified to operate forklift

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to lift, carry, or maneuver objects, difficult objects will be lifted with the assistance of mechanical means or additional manpower.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, twist, pull, push, grip, and climb.
Capable of working from ladders and scaffolding.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
May be exposed to excessive noise, welding gases and fumes, and varying weather conditions. Proper protective equipment will be provided as necessary.While in production areas, exposed to all types of weather conditions, noise, dusts and odors. 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
At Vigor, our unions offer a generous benefits package that may include:

Medical	RX	Dental	401(k)	Life
AD&D	Pension	EAP	PTO	Paid Holidays

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.