Skilled Laborer

Position: Skilled Laborer - Bridge

Location: primarily in Chesterfield, VA 

Travel: open to regional travel 

We are currently seeking a Skilled Laborers to join our Wagman Heavy Civil, Inc. team at our Chesterfield, VA project. Reporting to direct supervisor, Laborers are responsible for assisting the crews on site to complete construction related tasks. Tasks on this site would include: assisting bridge carpentry crews and other crews with carrying and set up of materials such as shovels, wooden forms, pallets, rigging, signaling, maintenance of traffic, chipping concrete, helping pour concrete and other site specific tasks. This position works along with the entire Project Team to support the completion of assigned construction projects and ensures quality work is executed in a timely fashion. This is a safety sensitive position requiring work on construction sites with various safety hazards inherent in heavy construction.

This position is subject to drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.

Wagman is a multi-faceted construction firm with operations in heavy civil, general construction and geotechnical construction services. Founded in 1902, Wagman is a fourth-generation family-owned company with offices in Pennsylvania and Virginia. Wagman Heavy Civil Inc. has grown to become a nationally recognized leader within the industry. Wagman Heavy Civil Inc’s core competencies include design-build, infrastructure, marine construction, modified concrete, grooving and grinding and geotechnical construction services.

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED; can be replaced with relevant work experience 
• Reliable transportation 
• Experience in Heavy Highway and/or bridge construction preferred 
• Familiar with paving, concrete, highway and/or bridge construction and all other highway construction scopes. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented

Essential Functions

• Carry, load, unload and stack materials 
• Lay out materials and assist experienced crew members 
• Dig with pick and shovel 
• Shovel, rake, spread and vibrate concrete into place 
• Climb embankments and ladders to carry material to various work sites on project as needed 
• Jackhammer and saw cut concrete, chipping concrete
• Clean up project site of debris 

Physical Requirements of the Essential Functions

• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds from ground level to waist level and 30 pounds to above shoulder level throughout work shift. Must be able to work at heights up to 150 feet
• Continuous standing and walking required throughout a scheduled work shift
• Must be able to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation tasks with both hands
• Must be able to climb ladders
• Must be able to work at heights up to 150 feet
• Must be able to bend, squat, kneel and crawl
• Must be able to work outdoors in wet, muddy, cold, hot and humid weather
• Required to have acceptable corrected vision (in both eyes) and acceptable corrected hearing
• Required to have the ability to reach, lift and perform work above shoulder height - and the ability to work on uneven surfaces and in confined spaces

Company Benefits:

Wagman wants to keep employees and their families happy and healthy! We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes:

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Company Paid Disability and Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs and Incentives, that include Orthopedic Care
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Our Values

Wagman’s Core Values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, innovation, sense of urgency, and community are an integral part of every decision and every plan made at Wagman and these values have laid the foundation for our success and longevity for our past, present, and future.
Consistently being recognized with national and regional awards for projects, safety and community is a testament of our commitment to these values. Beyond the buildings and bridges which connect and improve our communities, Wagman has community engagement programs and initiatives which help to build better, for our people.

Wagman Culture
Wagman is committed to cultivating a workforce and preserving a culture built on our core values. Our people are our most valuable assets. We value the diverse identities, experiences, perspectives, backgrounds capabilities and talents that our people bring to Wagman.

From hiring to training, development, and promotions to special events, Wagman is committed to providing equal and equitable opportunities and rewarding experiences. As a family business providing a safe and healthy work environment in accordance with our mission, we foster diverse and inclusive work experiences and a sense of belonging.

Wagman is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We recognize and value our diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Wagman is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.