Laborer

Description

We are seeking an experienced sitework Laborer to join our team. Sitework crews must contribute, both individually and collectively, to the production goals set forth by the Foreman and/or Superintendent. To be successful in this role candidates must be safety-minded, reliable and a team player. Quality communication skills and a strong work ethic are required. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Laborers are responsible for providing a wide range of support duties on excavation projects. 
• Assist Foreman, Operators and/or other skilled labors as necessary and needed.
• Communicate with equipment operators via proper hand signals, direct equipment and trucks on site.
• Read and set grades; dig trenches and ditches; rig trench boxes; install pipe and structures; spread materials; lift, push, pull heavy objects.
• Always adhere to strict safety standards and guidelines.
• Load and unload supplies, tools and equipment as necessary and required. 
• Prep and clean up construction sites as necessary and required. 
• Perform general maintenance on tools and/or equipment as required. 
• Complete any and all tasks assigned by the Foreman in a safe and timely manner.
• Complete all training, testing and/or certifications provided and/or required by employer.
• Maintain a willingness to learn, follow instructions and grow with the organization.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive wages commensurate with experience
• Medical, Dental and Vision plan offerings
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company funded Life Insurance plan
• Company funded Short-term disability plan
• Company funded Long-term disability plans
• Holidays & Paid Time Off
• 401k with employer match

HOURS

Monday - Friday 40-hour week (+/-), subject to change due to workload, weather, and job conditions. 

Requirements

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 - 5 years’ sitework experience.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from various job sites. 
• Ability to work outdoors, year-round, in all weather conditions for extended periods of time. 
• Ability to do physical labor and strenuous physical tasks for extended periods of time. 
• Ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull heavy objects frequently and unassisted. 
• Working knowledge of hand tools and equipment such as shovels, rakes, and jackhammers.
• Working knowledge of various power tools and machinery used in sitework.
• Basic knowledge of heavy equipment used in excavation projects.
• OSHA 10 certification required (internal training available). 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Continually required to walk, talk and hear.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finer dexterity.
• Continually utilize visual acuity to perform tasks on job sites.
• Continually required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Continually required to lift/push/pull/carry items less than 50 lbs.
• Frequently lift/push/pull/carry items over 50 lbs.