Skilled Laborer

Position Summary

The Construction Laborer will perform a wide range of physical labor tasks in support of workers on the construction site.

This is a continuous sourced position; it does not imply that the job is actively open. However, if you interested, we would appreciate hearing from you. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Ability to work in safety sensitive construction zones and around heavy equipment.


• Must work cooperatively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment.


• Strong knowledge of construction equipment and techniques.


• Must be willing to travel. Travel requirements 15%


• Must have a collaborative attitude and willingness to perform any work that is required.

• Reports to work on time, ready to work safely and learn.


• Assist with concrete placement and cleanout.


• Assists with patching and finishing/rubbing concrete.


• Skilled at stripping formwork, preparing forms, cleaning & stacking of forms.


• Proficient at placement and tying of rebar/wire mesh as needed.


• Safely operates hand backfill tools/equipment.

• Safely operates skid steer (including bucket, sweeper and fork attachments) and all terrain forklifts.


• Sets up and utilizes a fall protection system.


• Properly vibrate concrete.


• Finishing concrete (top of walls, pier caps, housekeeping pads, etc.).


• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Must have general construction experience, heavy civil experience is preferred.


• Must be at least 18 years of age.


• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form.

• Knowledge and use of hand and power tools.


• High regard for safety and pride for quality of work.


• Self-motivated and team player.


• Able to multi-task, show initiative and ask questions as needed.


• Should be able to navigate through the worksite on a daily basis.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, and/or pulling; climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant finger dexterity necessary 50 pounds of weight from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)


• Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses, hard hat and steel toe boots must be worn at all times. Hearing, respiratory and/or fall protection equipment must be worn when required.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Dietzler is an equal opportunity employer, we’re committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Dietzler is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Dietzler is a drug-free workplace and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.