General Laborer

Description

• Operates front end loader, skidsteer, end dump truck and other heavy equipment as needed.
• Stockpiles materials and feeds hot plant from the stockpiles in an efficient and productive manner.
• Assists the Grader with grading tasks as needed.
• Uses various equipment, hand and power tools.
• Assists with flagging and traffic control as needed.
• Sets up fencing, barricades, and/or safety cones to block off the work area as needed.
• Participates in daily THINK/TRACK meetings plus weekly safety meetings.
• Performs set up and take down of traveling plants at different job site locations as required.
• Performs other laborer tasks as needed to include cutting concrete or asphalt with saw, sweeping, etc.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Removes and replaces sewer/manhole/sump castings and covers in the ground.
• May cut concrete with saw as needed to finish grades.
• Repairs conveyor problems.
• Ensures that all assigned equipment is properly maintained, clean, in safe working order and operated properly.
• Unplugs and shovels off conveyors and screens.
• Greases moving machine parts.
• Prepares plant for operations at the beginning of the season, and performs shut down procedures at the end of the season.
• Hand shovels and rakes to perform groundwork.
• Performs plant maintenance and repairs, including welding tasks.
• Operates ground compactors, levels out and rakes dirt, sets string markers, and removes items within the area to be paved.
• May operate equipment as needed if trained, including front end loader, excavator, backhoe, skidsteer and other construction equipment.
• Performs crusher machinery set up and take down which includes running cables and hoses, setting up blocks, assembling/disassembling machinery, operating skidsteer to move parts, tarping, shoveling aggregate, etc.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance
• Operates equipment to include skidsteer (and loader if trained).
• Picks up and/or delivers construction materials at job site locations.
• May assist with operating equipment as needed and if trained, including paver, roller, backhoe, water truck, etc.
• Attaches trench box and pipes to chains or guide wires to be lifted and moved by the heavy equipment operator. Installs shoring materials.
• Hand shovels to prepare ground trenches for pipes and utility lines. May dig up existing pipes and lines. Pipes include water, sewer, conduit and other utility lines.
• Assists in plant production of materials and ensures for the efficient working condition of the plant.
• Guides pipes into place while equipment operator maneuvers pipe on chains/wires.
• Keeps crusher machinery area clean of debris and shovels aggregate.
• Connects pipes using tools, lubricants, glue, grout, etc. Builds couplings, connectors, and mechanical joints using various tools and parts. Cuts pipe to size.
• Performs job site clean-up.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• May operate equipment as needed if trained, including skidsteer and other equipment.
• Changes out screens, rollers, cone liners, etc.
• Performs machinery maintenance and repairs.
• Prepares manhole covers, openings and water lines. May insert risers as needed.
• Cleans asphalt off tools and equipment after each work day.
• Maintains all tools and equipment in a safe and clean condition.
• Prepares ground surfaces for the road building process. Removes debris out of the construction path.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional employee situations; Responds promptly to employee needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Sets up and operates laser level tripod and pipe lasers.
• Walks behind paver machine to shovel and rake asphalt as it is applied to the ground. Levels out asphalt with rake and uses shovel to dig out manhole covers and water valve boxes that are buried by the asphalt.
• Moves excess materials from around the crusher machinery.

Requirements

• Ability to write correspondences and memos.
• Previous related experience in the construction field is a plus.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Inventory and Order processing systems; uses job specific computer system for ticketing and two way radio for communications.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.
• May be subject to drug testing, and physical agilities testing.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

Benefits

• Health and wellness programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance