Soft Skills are Critical Even in The Skilled Trades Industry

Whether your background is in plumbing, pipefitting, welding, or electrical work you probably have the skills it takes to succeed within the marine industry. But what if there is something more that will attract employers to your skillsets and background? Have you taken a closer look at your soft skills? Soft skills are those intangible […]

4 Math Skills You Will Need to Know to Boost Your Welding Career

It has probably already occurred to you, but if you’re seeking a career path in welding, math will be an essential component. However, it isn’t simply a one-and-done test of knowledge that will give you the advantage over your competition in the workplace. Constantly reviewing your math skills will be the one thing you can […]

Improve Your Shipyards Productivity With These Easy Steps

Now that we’ve crossed the threshold into 2018, many companies are thinking about ways to make their workplace more productive in the New Year. Can you apply some of these tips to your shipyard? Of course you and, and there are many ways and reasons to make that happen. Here are a few things you […]

Best Practices on Transitioning Contract Employees to Full-Time

When working with a staffing service to fill your shipyard positions, how do you know the best way to transition a contract worker to a full time employee? There are many benefits to working with a contractor instead of hiring a permanent employee, and one of those is to see how they work within your […]

5 Ways Staffing Firms Will Save You Money

You may not have thought about working with a staffing agency to help place employees in your marine environment. The truth is, staffing agencies provide so much more than just placement services. If you’re considering new ways to improve your business, performance, and bottom line, you may want to consider working with a specialized staffing […]

What Does a Marine Joiner Do?

Are you considering a career in the marine or shipyard industry? If so, could marine joiner be the right opportunity for you? What do you need to know to qualify for the position and what does it mean for your professional development? Before you decide to create your resume and develop your skills, here are […]