What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Crew Member - HRI Inc., - State College and Muncy, PA 1 1 1 1 position at Colas?
HRI, Inc., a Colas USA subsidiary, operates primarily in, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and West Virginia. Today, HRI, is a diversified construction company with expertise in highways, airports, water, sewer, treatment plants, bridges, and paving. HRI also has six asphalt plants. Our company benefits from being part of a much larger organization while still maintaining local control over our activities and preserving close ties to the communities we serve. To learn more about HRI visit www.hriinc.com/.
The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.
Job Summary
HRI, Inc., a leader in heavy civil construction since 1947, has an opening for a knowledgeable and energetic Construction Crew Member for Central PA. The Construction Crew Member position is within our Highway Region, where we are a leader in asphalt paving, products, and heavy civil construction. The position will report to the supervisor and will be accountable for a variety of duties in and around job site of construction projects. Excellent attendance is essential for the team to achieve success. The ideal candidate has a proven record of success in fast-paced environments; in addition, they must work well and connect with cross-functional teams.
Main Responsibilities
- Accomplish tasks as advised by supervisor in a timely manner
- Maintain and clean work areas as well as handle, stack, and move formwork and materials
- Perform shoveling, raking, demolition, and assisting others as required
- Locate, avoid, and protect existing underground utilities
- Read and interpret grade instruments (tape measures, grade rods, levels, and lasers)
- Apply basic knowledge of soil types, trenching, and shoring per OSHA regulations
- Capability to work in trench boxes, deep excavations, and confined spaces
- Knowledge of water and sewer line installation
Education
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Valid driver's license with clean driving history
Skills
- Prior knowledge and experience in construction preferred
- Independent work ethic and professional, positive demeanor
- Ability to work with a team in a safe manner within a fast-paced environment
- Experience in handling hand and power tools
Physical Requirements
- Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
- Frequently required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
- Regularly required to use hands to move and manipulate objects, communicate (talk and hear), stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Strength to stand/work on feet for long periods of time, and walk across uneven terrain
- Exposure to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles
- Regularly exposed to fuel, oil, and other chemicals
- Acceptable safety record and dedication to working safely
- Overtime as the need arises
- Must follow drug and alcohol testing requirements
Benefits and Perks
- Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Dental and Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options
- Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Phenomenal starting rates
- Sign on bonus of $1,000 will be awarded after 90 days of employment
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Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.