Skilled Laborer

Job Summary

A skilled laborer performs a variety of general labor tasks that require skill and specialized techniques. Skilled laborers may work with a variety of tools including drills jackhammers power tools and other types of heavy machinery.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Daily cleaning of job site areas and equipment.
• Perform tasks that require specialized training or skills
• Ensure that work areas are clean safe and ready for construction activities. By removing debris hazards and obstacles to create a suitable environment.
• Load unload and identify building materials machinery and tools and distribute them to the appropriate locations
• Installation and maintenance of E&S controls.
• Digging compacting earth and backfilling holes by performing manual labor including digging trenches filling pits compact soil and backfill excavated areas.
• Measure cut or shape materials to the specified measurements
• Practice and ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures
• Assist in the installation and startup of advanced mechanical systems.
• Operate construction off-road vehicles when required.
• Erects concrete forms and scaffolding.
• Follow safety protocols while using equipment.
• Take direction from supervisors and follow construction plans.
• Assist tradesmen in completing assigned tasks.
• Willingness to learn from more experienced craft to become more proficient and knowledgeable.
• Reading and understanding basic measurements and plans.
• Assists in creating a positive and safe work environment.
• Be coachable and learn from team members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate the ability to finish tasks safely accurately and promptly.
• Knowledge of standard hand and power tools and how to use them safely and correctly.
• Ability to read and understand basic measurements
• Ability to solve problems.
• Basic carpentry skills.
• Able to relay and receive information from field management needed for the current project/task.
• Strong work ethic.
• Good attitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and the ability to advance into an advanced trade position.
• Demonstrate the ability to stay on task efficiently safely and flexibly.
• Complete assigned training in a timely fashion.

Experience and Education

• Valid drivers license.
• Basic construction experience.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in an active outdoor construction site environment.
• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders stairs and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions and be exposed to dirt or dust.
• Must be able to wear the required personal protective equipment while at work.
• Must be able to lift and carry 25lbs regularly and 50lbs occasionally.
• Must be able to work for long periods of time while standing.