Overview

Position summary

The Construction Laborer I performs basic yet important physical work tasks at building construction sites. Some key traits are physical strength, flexibility to interact with diverse craft workers, and the ability to work on high-rise projects, underground or in hot and cold weather conditions.

essential skills and experience

• Able to perform tasks both indoors and outdoors on all areas and aspects of construction projects.
• Must be able to handle repetitive motion, have good dexterity, and alertness.
• Able to move and exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects.
• Requires ability to work with tools, lumber, and materials.
• The ability to lift and manipulate objects of up to 50 pounds for 50 feet is required.

The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications do not express absolute employment or promotional standards. They are general guidelines that should be considered along with the job-related selection or promotional criteria.

Responsibilities

position responsibilities/essential job functions

• Construct and later disassemble reinforcement braces, concrete forms, scaffolds and temporary structures.
• Transport bricks, cans of paint, cinder blocks, drywall sheets, electrical spools of wire, roofing panels and wooden wall panels.
• Use shovels and backhoes to dig holes and smooth terrain.
• Mop, brush, or spread paints, cleaning solutions, or other compounds over surfaces to clean them or to provide protection.
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Operate hoisting equipment in response to hand signals, bell signals, or vocal commands.
• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Control traffic passing near, in, and around work zones.
• Read and interpret plans, instructions, and specifications to determine work activities.
• Load, unload, and identify building materials, machinery, and tools, and distribute them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans and specifications.
• Measure, mark, and record openings and distances to lay out areas where construction work will be performed.
• Remove trash, residual building debris and potentially dangerous materials from construction sites.

Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly wear gloves, hard hats, safety goggles, or ear plugs, depending on the job.
• Often work outdoors, but some workers may work indoors.
• Are often exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Are sometimes exposed to very hot or very cold temperatures when working outdoors.
• Are sometimes exposed to contaminants, such as fumes from paints or sealers.
• Are sometimes exposed to hazardous equipment. There is some possibility of moderate injury.
• Occasionally work in very bright or very dim lighting conditions.
• Are sometimes exposed to hazardous situations that produce cuts or minor burns.
• Occasionally are exposed to whole body vibration, such as when using a jackhammer.
• May work in an enclosed vehicle, such as a truck or van.
• Usually work close to others, typically within a few feet.