Laborer

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. 

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.