Carpenter, Laborer, Apprentice, Operator, Welder

Date Posted: 04/09/2026

Location: Ketchikan, AK

Job Category: Skilled Trades

Pay Range: N/A

Join the best team in town! Dawson Construction is hiring for the following field positions for work in Ketchikan, Alaska. Applicants should be willing to work in a “Safety First” work environment as safety is our top priority. Our people are our most important and valuable assets, and we will not put them at risk.

• Laborer
• Welder/Iron Worker
• Apprentice Carpenter, Heavy Equipment Operator, or Laborer

• Competitive pay depends on position and experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance for full time
• 401k or Roth Retirement
• Job Type: Full-time and Seasonal

We are always looking to promote within, so get your foot in the door and create your path to the top on the Dawson team!

• Exemplifies the culture of hard work and continuous improvement while fostering stability and sustainable growth.

• Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in construction work, or ability to follow instructions and learn.
• Math skills; basic math is used everyday
• Problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions
• Ability to work independently, complete daily activities according to work schedule, and meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 100 lbs., walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing, as well as understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely
• Ability to arrive on time to work every day
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future