Construction Laborer, Equipment Services

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• Generous Retirement Contributions:The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary and you contribute 3.68% totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage:Enjoy access to medical dental and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions that include4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off:Benefit from ample vacation sick leave paid holidays and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver:Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs:Stay healthy with wellness initiatives counseling services and mental health resources.

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JOB TITLE:

Construction Laborer

JOB PURPOSE:

Under limited supervision perform physical tasks involved with building construction projects moving and demolition; operate various power tools; clean and prepare sites and excavations dig trenches erect scaffolding remove rubble and debris move items and equipment; perform moving and setup and other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform physical labor and heavy equipment operation including excavation trenching shoveling and dump truck driving; operate necessary equipment; assist in the repair of concrete and asphalt.
• Perform physical labor for masonry projects including mixing mortars and cement operating a jackhammer and grinder lifting and moving materials to and from various job sites.
• Perform daily lubricating cleaning and repairing of machinery equipment and tools used in construction labor.
• Assist with construction projects and perform general duties including running parts demolition paint preparation wire pulling pipe installation installation of various construction materials and work site cleaning.
• Assist in snow removal duties by removing snow from sidewalks steps roadways and parking lots utilizing hand tools and/or heavy equipment dump truck and sand truck.
• Perform moving operations for equipment furniture and specialized items.
• Maintain security of goods and equipment during moving operations.
• Notify supervisor of broken or damaged items.
• Perform the dismantling assembly or reassembly of objects as necessary.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist journeymen with labor-related duties.
• Provide leadership and project supervision on various work assignments.

COMPETENCIES:

• Safety Awareness
• Independence
• Initiative
• Work Standards
• Individual Leadership
• Adaptability

WORK LOCATION:

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: None

Required licensure certification registration or other requirements: Valid drivers license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Abillity to lift 100 lbs
• Clean driving record
• Able to switch duties quickly
• Construction experience

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 10/28/2025 will receive full consideration.

Due to a current system limitation you may only be prompted to upload your resume/CV and a Cover Letter. To ensure your application is complete we recommend you put all of your application materials into one file with your cover letter. However if youre experiencing any issues in doing so please send any additional application materials to and a recruiter will manually add them to your application packet. To help us process your application more efficiently please include the 6-digit job ID number (located at the bottom of the job posting) in your email.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected compliancewith the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position please contact us at or email.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

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