Laborer - Jonesburg

Position Summary:
The Laborer will perform a range of tasks to support Equipment Operators and Foreman in physically demanding hands-on tasks in a fast-paced outdoor environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Key Responsibilities:

• Site Preparation & Support

o Assist in preparing construction sites by clearing debris, setting up barricades, and marking utilities.
o Load, unload, and organize tools, materials, and equipment.
o Set up trench boxes, shoring, and traffic control measures.

• Trenching & Excavation

o Dig trenches manually or assist equipment operators during excavation.
o Backfill trenches and compact soil using tampers or other equipment.

• Utility Installation & Repair

o Assist with placing pipes/conduit, pulling/pushing cable, and backfilling.
o Spot for machine operators and follow dig-safe protocols to prevent damage to existing utilities.

• Safety & Compliance

o Follow all OSHA, DOT, and company safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
o Participate in jobsite safety meetings and hazard assessments.
o Use tools and equipment in accordance with safety standards.

• Equipment Handling & Maintenance

o Operate small tools and support equipment (jackhammers, tampers, etc.).
o Wash and clean company vehicles and equipment.
o Report damaged or malfunctioning equipment to supervisors.

• Team Support

o Work closely with crew members, foremen, and subcontractors to meet daily production goals.
o Maintain a clean and organized work area and assist in site cleanup at project completion.
o Communicate effectively with team members to ensure a safe and productive work environment.
o Follow directions from supervisors and work collaboratively with crew members

Required Qualifications:

• Education & Certification:

o Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record

• Experience:

o Previous experience in construction, utility or general labor preferred.
o Familiarity with trenching, pipe laying, and utility construction practices is a plus.

• Skills & Competencies:

o Ability to follow directions and work independently or as part of a team.
o Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
o Ability to pass background check and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Class A Driver’s License
• High School Diploma or GED
• OSHA 10

Work Environment:

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Exposure to dust, mud, insects, and loud equipment.
• Regularly exposed to construction hazards such as open trenches, moving equipment, and vehicular traffic.
• May require overtime or weekend work depending on project needs.

Physical Requirements:

• Skills & Competencies:

o Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to endure the daily activity involved on the job site.
o Perform continuous physical labor for extended periods (8–12 hours per day).
o Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 80 pounds unassisted.
o Occasionally lift items over 80 pounds with assistance.

• Mobility and Flexibility

o Stand, walk, and move over uneven terrain, construction sites, and confined areas for the majority of the workday.
o Bend, squat, kneel, climb, reach, twist, and crawl into trenches, under structures, or within tight enclosures.
o Climb ladders, steps, or equipment to access elevated or underground work zones.
o Ability to drive or ride in a vehicle for up to 11 hours to travel to and from job sites.

• Manual Dexterity and Coordination

o Use hand tools and power tools with precision and control.
o Repetitive motion tasks such as digging, raking, or using wrenches and pliers.
o Ability to work with small components such as fiber cable and splicing equipment.

• Visual and Auditory Requirements

o Visual acuity sufficient to read labels, identify cables, and operate tools and vehicles.
o Color vision to distinguish wire or cable types.
o Hearing sufficient to recognize warning signals, equipment alarms, or instructions