Join a Working Shipyard - Get Paid to Learn While Supporting a Team That Builds and Restores Boats
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s working shipyard is hiring a reliable entry-level laborer to support daily operations while learning the basics of the marine trades. This is a great hands-on, outdoor job with opportunities to grow.
No experience? That’s okay—we’ll train you.
What You’ll Do
- Clean, organize and maintain the shipyard and work areas
- Sand, scrape, mask, and prep boats
- Move tools, materials, and equipment
- Support shipwrights and project teams
- Help keep projects moving and the yard running smoothly
- Jump in and help wherever needed
Why This is a Great Job
- Entry-level role with on-the-job training
- Learn practical, real-world skills in the marine trades
- Get exposure to marine systems, carpentry, and boat work
- Work outdoors in a unique waterfront setting
- Be part of a team that builds and repairs real wooden boats
- Opportunity to grow into other roles over time
Growth Opportunity
This position may lead to more advanced roles or apprenticeship opportunities based on performance and interest.
Join Us
If you’re looking for a job where you can work hard, learn something real, and be outside on the water, we’d love to hear from you.
QualificationsWhat We’re Looking For
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Reliable, shows up on time and works well with others
- Willing to take direction and jump in where needed
- Comfortable with physical labor and outdoor work in an active, hands-on shipyard and museum environment
Preferred (but not required)
- Experience in marine work, construction, landscaping, or manual labor
- Interest in boats, woodworking, or mechanical work
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to perform physical work (standing, bending, lifting)
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Good balance, coordination, and manual dexterity
- Comfortable working around water, boats, and equipment
Who This Role is Great For
- Someone who wants an entry-level job with growth potential
- Someone who Isn’t afraid of getting their hands dirty
- Someone who enjoys working outside
- Someone interested in construction, trades, or mechanical work
- Someone who prefers hands-on work over sitting at a desk
Skills Required
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Reliable, punctual, works well with others
- Willingness to take direction and jump in where needed
- Comfortable with physical labor and outdoor work in an active shipyard and museum environment
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to perform physical work (standing, bending, lifting)
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Good balance, coordination, and manual dexterity
- Comfortable working around water, boats, and equipment
- Experience in marine work, construction, landscaping, or manual labor
- Interest in boats, woodworking, or mechanical work
What We Do
The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to preserving and exploring the history, environment, and culture of the Chesapeake Bay region. It houses the world's largest collection of Chesapeake Bay watercraft and artifacts.
