What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Laborer position at NPK?
Company Overview
At NPK, we are committed to excellence, delivering value through performance, innovation, and service quality. As a leader in site access solutions, we manufacture and rent sustainable composite matting while providing comprehensive services that protect people and the environment.
WHY JOIN NEWPARK?
One of Newpark’s Core Values is Excellence. It means we are committed to delivering value through performance, innovation, and service quality, and that commitment starts with YOU! Newpark is where you can challenge yourself in new and exciting ways and work in an environment that supports and values you. Here at Newpark, we are committed to finding, developing, retaining, and rewarding the best talent while providing an environment where our employees can grow professionally and personally.
WHO WE ARE
Newpark is transitioning from an oilfield services company to a leading provider of sustainable technologies and services across the energy industry. We have a global presence in large-scale, long-term markets, with business units positioned at each end of the energy transition. Headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, we serve markets worldwide with an established presence, demonstrating our commitment to being a strong and reliable partner for our customers, wherever they need us to be.
WHAT WE DO
At Newpark, our drive is to help customers improve the efficiencies and sustainability of their operations while delivering reliable and environmentally responsible solutions. This drive is the catalyst for innovation and development of next-generation products and services across all our businesses.
WHAT WE VALUE
We maintain an unwavering commitment to act following our Core Values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Excellence, and Accountability, ensuring our customers receive the best products and services we can offer and that you experience a safe workplace where you can thrive:
Safety - Protecting each other like family while sustaining the environment in which we work.
Integrity - Acting honestly, ethically, and responsibly in all aspects of our business.
Respect - Dealing fairly and openly with employees, customers, suppliers, and the community.
Excellence - Delivering value through performance, innovation, and service quality.
Accountability - Using good judgment and taking responsibility for our actions.
Position Summary
Under direct supervision in operations, loads and unloads materials, parts, or products manually or by mechanized means. Transfers finished products and raw materials about plant and warehouse, using hand truck. Delivers production items to designated work areas for processing. Delivers processed units to storage or for the next stage of processing. Stacks processed items in warehouse. Packs products in containers. Cleans around work areas. Assists other production workers in production activities. Handles special projects, as assigned.
Location: 1805 US-27, Portland, IN 47371
Schedule: Monday – Thursday/Friday crews often travel out of town.
Pay: $18-19/hour
Hours: 10-12 hours per day, start/end time varies
Responsibilities
Under direct supervision, the General Laborer is responsible for installing, removing, and washing of composite mats, installing/removing environmental containment for construction, and any other service required for T&D, pipeline, construction, and O&G industries. The use of hand and power tools may be required to ensure proper installation of containment and mats on customer sites. All tools must be maintained and utilized in the proper manner, informing management of any issues. General Laborers are also responsible for the safe use of equipment on site including the cleanliness of worksite and fleet vehicles. Position requires outside work – working in all weather conditions. May perform special projects as assigned.
- Ability to follow exact direction.
- Must be able to adhere to all safety and quality procedures – all related OSHA, EPA, DEQ, and DOT safety rules and regulations in concurrence with Newpark Policies and Procedures.
- Must possess good interpersonal skills required to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule (day, night, weekends and/or holidays) and ability to be on call – attendance, punctuality and timeliness is a must.
- Ability to assist with installing/removing mats – liner experience preferred but not required.
Qualifications
- Ability to follow exact direction
- Ability to perform manual labor outdoors
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
- Ability to adhere to all safety and quality procedures
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, long hours, and holidays
- Experience with basic hand tools
- Must be able to meet position requirements regarding criminal background, motor vehicle record, and drug screen/physical
- US work Authorization (required)
- Updated resume (required)
- Driver’s License (required)
- High School Diploma or educational equivalent.
Summary
As a key member of our team at NPK, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our mission of safety and excellence in site access solutions. This role is integral to fostering a culture that values growth, accountability, and collaboration.
If you are ready to embrace new challenges and contribute to a dynamic team that values excellence, we invite you to apply today at NPK!
We are an equal opportunity employer. NPK and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, sexual orientation, disability, military service/veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. NPK International Inc. is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Manager, HR Governance & Compliance at HRcompliance@npki.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
Application Question(s):
- We require a criminal background check to be ran for employment. Do you have any felonies on your record?
- Are you confident you can pass a MVR (Motor Vehicle Report)? This does require you to have a VALID drivers license.
Experience:
- Construction: 2 years (Preferred)
- Oil & gas: 2 years (Preferred)
- Heavy equipment operation: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Portland, IN 47371 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Portland, IN 47371: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19