Carpenter, Laborer, Apprentice, Operator, Welder - Ketchikan, Alaska

Carpenter, Laborer, Apprentice, Operator, Welder - Ketchikan, AlaskaDate Posted: 04/09/2026
Location: Ketchikan, AK
Pay Range: $20.00 - $55.00Application Instructions

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Position Description

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.

1. Carpenter
2. Laborer
3. Welder/Iron Worker
4. Heavy Equipment Operator
5. Apprentice Carpenter, Heavy Equipment Operator, or Laborer

Compensation and Benefits:

1. $20 to $55 per hour, depending on position and experience
2. Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance for full time
3. 401k or Roth Retirement
4. Job Type: Full-time and Seasonal
5. Pay Range: $25.00 - $55.00 per hour

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!

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

Position Requirements

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

1. Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in construction work, or ability to follow instructions and learn.
2. Attention to detail
3. Manual dexterity
4. Math skills; basic math is used everyday
5. Problem-solving skills
6. Knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions
7. Ability to work independently, complete daily activities according to work schedule, and meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
8. 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
9. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, as well as understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions
10. Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely
11. Ability to arrive on time to work every day
12. Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future

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