Careers
At On Pointe Contracting, we build high-end waterfront solutions including permanent and seasonal docks, boat lifts, seawalls, shoreline hardscape, and large-scale marine construction projects across Michigan.
We’re growing fast and we’re looking for hard-working, dependable, high-character people who take pride in quality work, professionalism, and getting the job done right.
🚨 IMPORTANT — READ THIS FIRST (EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS)
At On Pointe, “experience” means you can do the work efficiently, correctly, and safely without constant supervision.
If you’ve only done something once or twice, that is not experience — that is being exposed to it.
✅ We are happy to train the right person.
❌ But please do NOT claim you have experience in a skill or role unless you can actually perform it at a high level.
✅ PAY IS BASED ON PROVABLE EXPERIENCE
We pay great people great money — but pay is based on proven performance, not what’s written on a resume.
✅ SKILL VERIFICATION (PAID WORKING INTERVIEW)
Final candidates will be invited in for a paid half-day to full-day working interview so we can confirm skill level, work ethic, and job fit before final pay is locked in.
This protects both sides and ensures you’re placed in the right role at the right rate.
Project Manager - Marine Construction
Location: Southeastern Michigan (travel to job sites as needed within Michigan’s lower peninsula)
Job Type: Full-Time • Year-Round (No Seasonal Layoffs / No Winters Off)
Division: Big Water + Inland Projects
Pay Range: $85,000 – $110,000 base salary (depending on proven experience)
ROLE SUMMARY
On Pointe Contracting is hiring a field-oriented Project Manager to take ownership of
planning, scheduling, coordination, and execution oversight across our marine construction
projects. This role exists because the company has outgrown informal systems and owner-driven
coordination. We are looking for someone who can bring structure, clarity, and
accountability to the day-to-day flow of work — without needing constant direction. This is not a desk-only role and not a foreman replacement. This role bridges the gap between field leadership and operations.
WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR
This position is for someone who:
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Understands construction from the field up
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Can plan work before crews show up
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Communicates clearly and early
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Thinks in terms of efficiency, sequencing, and margin
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Is organized by nature — not forced into it
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Can earn the respect of experienced foremen
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Wants ownership and accountability, not micromanagement
WHO THIS ROLE IS NOT FOR
This role is not for someone who:• Avoids accountability
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Only reacts instead of planning ahead
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Can’t communicate clearly with field teams
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Needs constant direction to stay organized
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Has only managed projects on paper
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Planning & Scheduling
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Build weekly project schedules finalized by Friday (non-negotiable)
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Break projects down into:
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Labor requirements
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Material needs
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Equipment needs
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Realistic timelines
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Coordinate schedules across multiple crews and divisions
Field Coordination & Execution Oversight
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Work directly with field leaders (Big Water & Inland)
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Ensure crews know:
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Where they’re going
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What they’re doing
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What they need
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Identify risks and solve problems before they cause downtime
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Maintain consistent job progress visibility
Operational Coordination
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Work closely with the Administrative & Operations Coordinator to:
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Ensure permits are tracked
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Job packets are complete
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Materials are staged ahead of time
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Customer communication is consistent
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Enforce scope clarity and change-order discipline before work proceeds
Financial Awareness & Efficiency
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Understand project budgets and labor targets
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Monitor efficiency and productivity
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Identify missed scope or underpriced work
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Capture and support change orders• Improve margins through better planning and sequencing
Communication & Leadership
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Be the primary coordination bridge between:
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Field leaders
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Operations/admin
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Ownership (as needed)
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Keep communication proactive, not last-minute
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Reduce chaos, stress, and uncertainty for crews
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Owner: Strategic oversight only (not daily operations)
Administrative & Operations Coordinator: Permits, documentation, scheduling
support
Field Leaders: Execution, crew leadership, training
Crews: Direction, clarity, expectations
This role protects leadership time and ensures projects run predictably.
Performance Incentives
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Quarterly performance incentives tied to:
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Schedule reliability
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Reduction in downtime
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Change-order capture
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Project margin performance
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Overall operational efficiency
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS (IMPORTANT)
At On Pointe, experience means you can do the work efficiently and independently. If you’ve only “been around” construction management without owning schedules, planning
work, or coordinating crews — this is probably not the right fit. Marine construction experience is a strong plus, but candidates with strong construction PM
backgrounds who can adapt quickly will be considered.
INTERVIEW & SELECTION PROCESS
Qualified candidates can expect:
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Phone screening
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In-person interview
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Paid working interview or field walk-through (when applicable)
We believe in verifying capability, not just resumes.
WHY ON POINTE
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High-end marine construction projects
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Growing company with real momentum
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Leadership that values structure and accountability
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Opportunity to make a real impact immediately
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Long-term growth and leadership potential
Benefits:
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Full health insurance after 60 days
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3% company-matched retirement plan after 90 days• Year-round employment
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(no seasonal layoffs / no winters off)
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Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
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Phone stipend
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Additional stipend eligibility after six (6) months
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Company-provided apparel
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Laptop and all required job-role equipment provided
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Paid time off
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Clear growth path into Senior Project Manager / Operations Leadership
Top performers will be compensated accordingly. We are willing to pay more for the right person.
CREW FOREMAN / OPERATOR
(BIG WATER + LARGE PROJECTS)
On Pointe Contracting – Saint Clair Shores, MI
Division: Big Water / East Side + Large Inland Projects
Location: St. Clair Shores, MI (travel as needed)
Job Type: Full-Time • Year-Round • Overtime Available
Pay Range: $30–$50/hr (based on PROVABLE experience)
Role Summary
We are hiring a high-level crew leader who can run work in the field, lead a crew, operate equipment, and deliver On Pointe’s quality standards on demanding marine construction projects.
This position is for someone who is dependable, experienced, and can be trusted to produce results without needing constant oversight.
Experience Disclaimer (Read Carefully)
If you’ve only operated equipment or performed a skill “a time or two,” do not claim that as experience.
Working Foreman + Leadership Expectations (Non-Negotiable)
At On Pointe, our foremen are working foremen. That means you are expected to work alongside your crew, lead by example, and help produce the work — not stand back and bark orders.
We’re looking for real leadership: professionalism, accountability, communication, and the ability to keep a crew moving efficiently while maintaining the highest quality and safety standards.
Equipment Accountability & Care
Foremen are responsible for the proper care, organization, and maintenance of company equipment assigned to their crew, including (but not limited to):
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Trucks & trailers
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Tools & specialty equipment
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Machines (skid steers, excavators, etc.)
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Barges & marine equipment
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Rigging, straps, chains, and jobsite hardware
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Keeping equipment clean, functional, and job-ready
This includes reporting issues early, preventing neglect, and ensuring equipment is treated like the valuable asset it is.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and manage field crews on-site
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Execute projects efficiently with high workmanship standards
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Operate equipment (skid steer, excavator, etc.) as needed
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Perform layout, problem solving, and jobsite leadership
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Maintain jobsite safety, organization, and professionalism
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Coordinate daily needs with the Project Manager (materials, timeline, challenges)
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Train crew members and help develop future leaders
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Support marine construction work including seawalls, permanent docks, lifts, pile work, and barge-based operations
Paid Working Interview
Final candidates will complete a paid working interview before final pay is confirmed.
Benefits:
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Health insurance after 60 days
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3% matching retirement plan after 90 days
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Year-round employment (no winter layoffs)
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Stipend after 6 months
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Company apparel provided
CREW HAND — BIG WATER / EAST SIDE DIVISION
Division: Big Water / East Side
Location: St. Clair Shores, MI (travel as needed)
Job Type: Full-Time • Year-Round • Overtime Available
Pay Range: $22–$32/hr (based on PROVABLE experience)
Role Summary
We are hiring crew hands to support big water marine construction and large-scale waterfront projects including seawalls, permanent docks, permanent lifts, barge operations, and heavy jobsite support.
Experience Disclaimer (Read Carefully)
If you’ve only done something a couple times, do not claim expert experience.
We will pay for real skill — and we will train the right person — but we need honesty.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist with seawall and dock construction
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Support barge work and jobsite staging
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Rigging, carrying, and securing materials
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Maintain clean, safe, organized work areas
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Follow foreman direction and help keep projects moving
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Maintain professionalism on high-end customer properties and marina job sites
Paid Working Interview
Final candidates will complete a paid working interview before final pay is confirmed.
Benefits:
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Health insurance after 60 days
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3% matching retirement plan after 90 days
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Year-round employment (no winter layoffs)
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Stipend after 6 months
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Company apparel provided
CREW FOREMAN / OPERATOR — INLAND LAKE DIVISION
On Pointe Contracting
Division: Inland Lake Division
Location: Pinckney, MI / Inland Lakes (travel as needed)
Job Type: Full-Time • Year-Round • Seasonal Overtime Available
Pay Range: $26–$42/hr (based on PROVEN experience)
ROLE SUMMARY
On Pointe Contracting is hiring a Crew Foreman / Operator for our Inland Lake Division to lead dock and lift installations, removals, service work, and inland lake waterfront construction projects.
This is a working foreman position for someone who leads from the front, works alongside their crew, and consistently delivers clean, professional results that meet On Pointe’s standards.
This role requires reliability, leadership, and the ability to run work efficiently without constant oversight.
IMPORTANT – EXPERIENCE DISCLAIMER (READ CAREFULLY)
At On Pointe, experience means you can perform the work efficiently, correctly, and safely without constant supervision.
If you’ve only done something a time or two, that is exposure — not experience.
We value honesty and will train the right person, but proven experience will be paid accordingly.
WORKING FOREMAN EXPECTATIONS (NON-NEGOTIABLE)
Our foremen are working foremen.
You are expected to:
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Work alongside your crew
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Lead by example
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Help produce the work — not just direct it
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Maintain professionalism, accountability, and efficiency on every job
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Uphold quality and safety standards on residential waterfront properties
This is not a stand-back-and-point role.
EQUIPMENT ACCOUNTABILITY & CARE
Foremen are responsible for the proper care, organization, and readiness of equipment assigned to their crew, including:
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Trucks & trailers
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Tools and specialty equipment
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Dock and lift components
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Jobsite materials and hardware
This includes keeping equipment clean, functional, job-ready, and reporting issues early to prevent downtime.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Lead and manage inland lake field crews on-site
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Execute dock and lift installs/removals efficiently and professionally
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Operate equipment and tools as needed
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Perform layout, problem-solving, and jobsite leadership
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Maintain safe, organized, and professional job sites
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Coordinate daily needs with the Project Manager (materials, timing, scope)
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Train crew members and help develop future leaders
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Provide strong customer service on private residential waterfront properties
PAY & ADVANCEMENT
We pay for PROVEN experience.
Final compensation within the posted range is determined after a paid working interview and is based on demonstrated leadership, efficiency, and ability to run work independently.
There is opportunity for long-term growth within the Inland Lake Division for the right leader.
PAID WORKING INTERVIEW
Final candidates will complete a paid working interview before final pay is confirmed.
This ensures expectations are clear on both sides.
WHY ON POINTE
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High-end inland lake dock and lift projects
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Professional standards and clean job sites
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Consistent year-round work
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Leadership that values accountability and quality
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Opportunity to grow with a fast-scaling marine contractor
BENEFITS
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Health insurance after 60 days
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3% company-matched retirement plan after 90 days
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Year-round employment (no winter layoffs)
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Stipend after 6 months
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Company apparel provided
CREW HAND — INLAND LAKE DIVISION
Division: Inland Lake Division
Location: Pinckney / Inland Lakes (travel as needed)
Job Type: Full-Time • Seasonal Overtime Available
Pay Range: $20–$30/hr (based on PROVABLE experience)
Role Summary
We are hiring dependable crew hands to support dock and lift installs/removals, service calls, and general inland lake waterfront construction projects.
Experience Disclaimer (Read Carefully)
Do not claim you have experience in a skill unless you can perform it efficiently and correctly.
If you’ve only been around it a few times, that’s okay — we just need honesty so we can train you properly.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist with dock and lift assembly/disassembly
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Seasonal installs/removals and service support
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Material handling and jobsite organization
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Keep tools, equipment, and jobsite clean and professional
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Follow crew lead direction and company standards
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Provide strong customer service on private waterfront properties
Paid Working Interview
Final candidates will complete a paid working interview before final pay is confirmed.
Benefits:
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Health insurance after 60 days
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3% matching retirement plan after 90 days
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Year-round employment (no winter layoffs)
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Stipend after 6 months
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Company apparel provided
SHOP LEAD / LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Division: Operations Support (All Divisions)
Location: St. Clair Shores, MI
Job Type: Full-Time • Year-Round
Pay Range: $22–$35/hr (based on PROVABLE experience)
Role Summary
We are hiring a shop lead / logistics coordinator to support operations by ensuring the shop runs clean, organized, stocked, and ready for efficient project execution.
This role is critical to reducing downtime and making sure crews have what they need before they ever hit a job site.
Experience Disclaimer (Read Carefully)
Do not claim you have experience in a skill unless you can perform it efficiently and correctly.
If you’ve only been around it a few times, that’s okay — we just need honesty so we can train you properly.
Key Responsibilities
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Maintain clean, organized shop and yard systems
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Stage materials for upcoming projects (by job)
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Load and unload trucks/trailers as needed
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Track tool accountability and prevent missing equipment
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Help coordinate deliveries, pickups, and inventory organization
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Assist with preventative maintenance organization
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Maintain readiness of common materials and jobsite supplies
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Support Ryan and PMs by ensuring the staging process is consistent and reliable
What We’re Looking For
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Highly organized and dependable
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Mechanically capable and hands-on
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Strong attention to detail
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Pride in cleanliness, systems, and accountability
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Able to work proactively and anticipate needs
Paid Working Interview
Final candidates will complete a paid working interview before final pay is confirmed.
Benefits:
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Health insurance after 60 days
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3% matching retirement plan after 90 days
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Year-round employment (no winter layoffs)
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Stipend after 6 months
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Company apparel provided
Get in Touch
Location:
Pinckney, MI 48169
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24030 Jefferson Ave, St Clair Shores, MI 48080 (Trader Todd’s Marina)
