Skilled Field Laborer

Job Overview:

Performs laboring work as required. Workers who have acquired the necessary skills and training to complete building and construction related jobs. Duties differ, but may include: pouring concrete, carpentry, using power tools, job site clean-up, erecting scaffolding and assisting specialized workers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Superintendent, Foreman, Carpenters, or other tradespeople on-site.


• Clean up the worksites from debris and machinery.


• Handle and transport materials, i.e., cement.


• Handle power tools and materials, i.e., such as saws and drills.


• Help with setting up and transferring temporary structures, i.e., scaffolding.


• Report issues with equipment or unsafe conditions.


• Builds forms or structures using bricks, concrete and stone, and the repair of same.


• Performs other duties as described under Helper.


• Will be expected to perform miscellaneous duties which may occur from day to day.

Position Requirements:

• Follow verbal and written directions and plans.


• Responsible for the health and safety of others. Practice good safety habits.


• Perform a variety of duties which may often change.


• Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.


• Knowledge of trade tools, equipment, materials, methods, and techniques


• High school diploma preferred, and on-the-job training required. May require driver’s license.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, crawl, walk, and work at heights for extended periods of time.


• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle, and manipulate objects.


• Lift and carry materials weighing 50 to 100 pounds.


• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects while carrying tools and equipment.


• Vision – ability to see details at close range and details at a distance (naturally or


• with correction) and distinguish colors.

Work Environment:

• Wear protective or safety equipment, i.e., safety boots/shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats.


• Work in dusty or dirty surroundings.


• May be exposed to high levels of noise, grease, dust, and a variety of substances that are typically associated with a construction site.


• Ability to lift and carry heavy materials (up to 50 lbs – 100lbs); comfortable working in various weather conditions.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 

• Flexible spending account 

• Paid time off 

• 8 paid holidays 

• 401(k) matching 

• Parental leave 

• Professional development assistance 

Additional Information: 

The above description outlines the primary duties and responsibilities of the Concrete Foreman position. However, it is not an exhaustive list, and other incidental tasks may be required as needed. 

"Maxwell Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer."