Job Description
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under supervision of the Construction Foreman, the Construction Laborer performs tasks involving physical labor at heavy construction projects. May operate a variety of hand and power tools. May clean and prepare job sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, clean up rubble and debris and remove waste materials. A laborer will be assigned to a variety of miscellaneous tasks for heavy construction of underground utilities.
The key roles include the following :
- Execute Daily Plan / Labor Tasks
- Support Tasks
- Small Equipment Operation
- Jobsite Cleanup
Job Qualifications and Education Requirements
Must have flexibility in personal schedule including weekdays and occasional night and weekend workStrong focus on safety, quality, accountability, integrity, and teamworkAdditional OSHA and related safety training a plusAbility to stand and exert physical effort performing manual labor most of the dayAbility to lift up to 60 poundsAbility to work in confined spacesWillingness to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hat, eye protection, reflective vest, gloves, and composite-toed bootsAbility to work in severe weather conditions, including extreme heatKnowledge of hand and power toolsKnowledge or experience in underground dry utility installation a plusGood communication skills and the ability to interact in a team environmentReliable transportationBilingual English / Spanish a plusDuties
The duties of this position are listed below. These duties help define clearer expectations for this position.
Follows direction of foreman to perform miscellaneous assigned tasks, including driving, digging, pulling, pushing, lifting, measuring, cutting, and reading prints / drawingsExhibits safe work practices by following company rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programsTakes action to avoid potential hazards and obstructions such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers and falling objectsPerforms a wide variety of manual labor tasks involving dexterous use of hand tools such as pneumatic, electric and hand toolsMaintain a clean work environment, pick up all tools and equipment to secure job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards.Prepare job site and load / unload equipment and materials.Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle / equipment inspections.Work Environment / Physical Demands
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to :
Outside weather conditionsExtreme heat
Wet and / or humid conditionsMoving mechanical partsLoud noise level work environmentPrecarious placesFumes or airborne particlesThe employee is occasionally exposed to :Toxic or caustic chemicals
Risk of electrical shockRisk of vibrationPhysical Demands :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position involves work at a construction site where duties will be performed both indoors and outdoors.Work requires moderate to heavy physical and manual skills, such as the use of hand operated power tools, construction equipment and Company vehicles.Work requires close mental and visual concentration, hand / eye coordination and dexterity often in hazardous or adverse conditions for sustained periods.Work requires the use of heavy power-driven equipment and working in confined spaces, often exposing the employee to hazardous situations.Extended hours may be required to meet project deadlines.Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other business machines.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 60 pounds.Benefits
Employer-paid options for medical and dental insurance for eligible employeesAdditional voluntary medical, dental, vision, disability, accident, legal, ID theft, and life insurance plans available401K Plan, including employer matchPaid vacation / sick / holidays for eligible employeesJob Type : Full-time
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