The opportunity: The Runner will be responsible for providing logistical support to a dredging project job site in accordance with Company procedures. This position will report to an office located in Absecon, NJ.About the Company: Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil, ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating, production and project management functions. In its over 133-year history, the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Company's Incident-and Injury-Free® (IIF®) safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Company's culture. The Company's commitment to the IIF® culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount. Responsibilities and functions include:
- Purchase approved parts, supplies and consumables for office, shore and vessels
- Pull packing slips from deliveries to project site office and identify vessel/location boxes before delivering to crew boat for distribution to vessels and/or shore locations
- Help maintain the Company vehicle with scheduled oil changes and other services, as needed, and immediately report any problems regarding the operation of the vehicle
- Responsible for keeping track of receipts from purchases made utilizing the corporate purchasing card
- Assist Site Manager/Contract Manager/Project Manager in the office with clerical duties, as needed
- Responsible for general housekeeping in the Project Site Office including taking out trash daily and keeping inventory
- Log and file End of Shift Questionnaires
- May be assigned additional duties in accordance with project needs
Other requirements:
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record for operating Company owned/leased/rented vehicles
- Highschool Diploma or equivalent
- Capable of safely lifting packages and parts weighing up to 50 lbs
- Pre-employment medical screening including drug test and criminal/driving record background check required
- Travel Required
Benefits:
- Competitive pay program
- 401(k) match
- Medical, Dental, Prescription, Life and Disability insurance plans
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other status protected by law or regulation. GLDD participates in E-Verify as required by law.