Laborer - Common or General

Conti Federal Services, a leading global construction and engineering company specializing in government projects, is seeking a Laborer – Common or General to join our dynamic team. As a Laborer – Common or General, you will contribute to the successful completion of government-funded construction projects.

General Position Description

The Laborer – Common or General is responsible for performing various tasks to aid daily operations at a construction site. The duties include maintaining a clean, safe and efficient construction site while also supporting the overall project. Your dedication to safety, attention to detail, and commitment to a clean job site will help us deliver outstanding results.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and preparing construction sites.
• Loading and unloading materials and equipment.
• Building and taking down scaffolding and temporary structures.
• Digging trenches, compacting earth and backfilling holes.
• Operating and tending machinery and heavy equipment.
• Following instructions from supervisors and implementing construction plans.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools, including drills and other tools as directed by management while maintaining proper documentation.
• Removing and properly disposing of debris and waste materials.
• Shovel materials to and from construction areas, including asphalt and dirt.
• Follow all safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE) on the job site and report violations immediately to management.
• Maintain a safe and clean job site by handling materials and storing them properly, picking up and removing all tools and equipment when not in use, and securing the job site on a daily basis.
• Load and unload construction supplies from trucks both manually and with the use of equipment.
• Report incidents immediately to the foreman or Site Safety and Health Officer in accordance with incident reporting procedures established by the company.
• Perform heavy manual labor such as: digging, lifting, hauling, spraying, etc.
• Operate cement mixer, set concrete formwork, place, shovel, and finish concrete.
• Prepare surfaces for paving and shovel and spread asphalt.
• Participate in concrete or asphalt preparation and installation.
• Perform manual unskilled labor as required.
• Assist in the installation and assembly of building components.
• Assist skilled workers, such as carpenters and masons, with their tasks.
• Specific job duties may vary depending on the project requirements and the prevailing wage determination.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or US Person
• Valid driver’s license and/or State ID Card
• Previous experience as a construction laborer or related field is preferred.
• Understanding of construction techniques and familiarity with various construction materials.
• Ability to perform physical labor and work in various weather conditions.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to follow instructions.
• Committed to safety rules.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools commonly used in construction.
• Willingness to undergo any necessary background checks and drug testing as required by the project.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to traverse and inspect all areas of the jobsite in various weather conditions.
• Capability to perform physical tasks, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crouching, kneeling, crawling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment must take a pre-employment drug test and receive a negative result as a condition of hire.

Conti Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer.