Marine staffing solutions you can count on
Whether you work in ports, terminals, waterfronts or shipyards, your operations impact the flow of vital goods. As a trusted marine and maritime staffing agency, PeopleReady provides longshore worker staffing and support for a wide range of maritime clients and operations. With our reliable workforce, you can keep your business — and our nation’s economy — moving ahead.
Find marine staff near you
Find workers across specialties and skill levels
Every day, companies working in shipyards, ports, terminals and marine-related construction industries turn to us to provide trusted marine staffing solutions. From general laborers to skilled laborers and marine tradespeople, our local teams in all 50 states are ready to meet your staffing needs.
Here are a few of the most common workers we place on marine projects.
Ready-to-dispatch construction workers & GENERAL LABORERS
- General Labor
- Lasher
- Forklift operator
- Yard jockey
- Driver
- Checker
- Timekeeper
- And more!
TOP tradespeople & skilled laborers
- Welders
- Electricians
- Shipfitters/shipwrights
- Pipefitters
- Sheet metal mechanics
- Machinists
- Firewatchers
- And more!
Full-service marine staffing
Are you looking for laborers or tradespeople? If so, our marine staffing experts can help. Since 2008, we’ve dispatched general laborers and skilled tradespeople to work in ports, terminals, shipyards and more — completing over 1,000,000 hours on marine-related projects with costal and port city coverage.
As one of the largest light industrial staffing providers in the nation, PeopleReady has an ever-expanding network of ready-to-dispatch temporary workers.
Our specialty division, PeopleReady Skilled Trades, delivers qualified tradespeople with the skills, tools and experience needed for shipbuilding and ship repair projects. Whether you’re looking for general laborers or highly skilled tradespeople, we’ve got you covered!
Ports operations staffing
When you need stevedoring, administrative or terminal and warehouse operations workers, PeopleReady is your go-to port staffing solution. As the only major staffing company in the country with USL&H insurance, our maritime staffing services are unmatched.
We provide TWIC-certified personnel for a variety of roles, including:
- Dock workers
- Lashers and checkers
- Yard jockeys, operators, and crane operators
- Forklift drivers
- Warehouse and logistics support
From bulk, breakbulk, ro-ro, lo-lo, to warehouse operations, we make sure your port and terminal operations stay fully staffed. Access our deep database of workers with unescorted jobsite access today.
Shipbuilding and repair staffing
Need qualified tradespeople for shipyard or shipbuilding staffing? Turn to PeopleReady Skilled Trades, our specialty division of experts in the shipbuilding and repair sector. We understand the regulations, safety requirements and certifications needed for successful marine projects.
The roles we staff for include:
- Welders and pipefitters
- Electricians and firewatchers
- Shipwrights
- Vessel cleaners
- Other specialized trades
We ensure all personnel are screened, vetted, and equipped with the necessary skills, tools, and experience to complete your projects efficiently.
Committed to safety and compliance
Safety is our top priority. Our BeSafe program ensures tradespeople and clients work safely throughout every project. We provide:
- Standard PPE for all staff
- OSHA 10 Maritime training
- Compliance with TWIC and port safety requirements
By supplementing your workforce with E-Verified W-2 workers, you reduce misclassification risks while maintaining safety and efficiency across all maritime operations.
Benefit from our local presence and national support
With marine and maritime staffing coverage in hundreds of U.S. markets, PeopleReady combines local expertise with nationwide reach to deliver reliable support wherever you operate. Our workers are found in ports, terminals, waterfronts and shipyards across the country, backed by the strength and stability of TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) — giving you a trusted marine staffing partner you can count on.
Smarter marine & maritime staffing starts with JobStack
Our JobStack staffing app puts the power of marine staffing at your fingertips. With just a few clicks, you get access to our network of I-9, E-Verified W-2 marine workers to fill your open jobs fast. Simply request the workers you need any time, from any device.
Ready to find the workers you need?
Port operations staffing
Get started by requesting ready-to-dispatch workers and laborers online or calling PeopleReady at 877.338.1039.
Shipbuilding and repair staffing
Get started by requesting tradespeople and skilled workers online or calling PeopleReady Skilled Trades at 877.338.1039.
PeopleReady, a TrueBlue company (NYSE: TBI), specializes in quick and reliable on-demand labor and highly skilled workers. PeopleReady supports a wide range of industries, including construction, manufacturing and logistics, retail and hospitality. Leveraging its top-rated JobStack staffing app and hundreds of local teams, PeopleReady connects thousands of businesses with job seekers each year across all 50 states.
