Shop Lead

Company Overview

Ballard Marine Construction is a specialty marine and underwater contractor based in Washougal, WA, with regional offices and projects throughout North America.

The Shop Lead supports the maintenance, repair, inspection, and operational readiness of company vehicles, trailers, tools, and equipment. This role serves as the lead technical resource for shop operations by coordinating preventative maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, DOT compliance activities, and equipment inspections to ensure equipment remains safe, reliable, and compliant with OSHA, DOT, and company standards. The Shop Lead also supports shop organization, safe work practices, and equipment uptime in coordination with division leadership and field teams.

Core Attributes:

• Grit and Resiliency – We dig deep to figure out how to make things happen no matter how impossible it seems. We never give up. We take on challenges that nobody else can; or will.
• Comradery and Inspirational – We are a hard‑working team of likeminded individuals working toward a common goal. We regularly celebrate wins and like to have fun whether at work or  come together each day looking for ways to instill life and energy into the world around us.
• Driven and Competitive – We love competition. We love to win and love to learn when we lose. Not getting the job done is not an option. We are obsessed to do our best and we do what it takes to win.
• Trustworthy and Respectful – We are passionate about honesty, authenticity and transparency. No lies. No drama. No politics. We value constructive conflict and ensure that even in conflict we treat others with respect.
• Ownership and Accountability – When something goes wrong, we first "look in the mirror" before we "look out the window". We ask "what could I have done differently?" and then we share lessons learned. Regularly challenging ourselves and those around us to be better is a way of life. "Me first" belongs here.

• High school Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• DOT Medical Card preferred
• CDL is preferred. Will hire non-CDL but must be willing to get CDL in 6 months after hire
• Valid Forklift/telehandler/pallet jack certification preferred
• Valid Man-lift/Aerial platform certification preferred
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification preferred, employer will provide training within 6 months of hiring or recertification as needed

• 3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing vehicles, heavy equipment, diesel equipment, or small engine/marine equipment preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of DOT compliance, preventative maintenance practices, and equipment inspection requirements.
• Experience performing maintenance and repairs on fleet vehicles, trailers, and construction equipment.
• Familiarity with low‑voltage electrical troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience using equipment maintenance or fleet management software preferred.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to diagnose equipment issues and prioritize repairs effectively.

• Able to operate various heavy equipment properly and safely
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to understand instructions, written and verbal
• Driven to develop and maintain positive, cooperative, and team‑oriented relationships with co‑workers, supervisors, managers, and craft labor
• Strong analytical and decision‑making skills
• Ability to work in and adapt to a fast‑paced work environment
• Active listening skills
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel

• Perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on company vehicles, trailers, heavy equipment, diving equipment, and other gas/diesel‑powered equipment in both shop and field environments.
• Conduct hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, diesel, and mechanical repairs on generators, compressors, forklifts, work trucks, outboards, and related equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Lead and support local DOT compliance activities, including vehicle and driver…