What are the responsibilities and job description for the LABORER position at Southland Construction, Inc.?
- Load and unload building materials and distribute them to appropriate locations
- Clean and prepare construction sites by removing debris, hazards, and excess materials.
- Run some types of equipment or put together and take apart scaffolding and other temporary structures
- Operate hand tools and small equipment (e.g., wheelbarrows, shovels, tampers).
- Help foreman, carpenters, and other skilled workers when necessary
- Remove, fill, or compact earth
- Follow verbal and written instructions from supervisors.
- Ready to learn from on-the-job training when necessary
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and company standards.
- Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adhere to safety protocols.
- Other responsibilities as assigned
General:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
- Ability to do physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks
- Ability to understand and follow safety rules and procedures.
- Ability to work in all weather
- Must be punctual and reliable
- Experience as a general laborer in the construction industry is preferred
Physical:
- Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and crouch continuously during an 8 hour shift.
- Capability to climb ladders, scaffolds, and stair towers up to 60 feet high.
- Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds frequently.
- Manual dexterity to operate hand tools and concrete vibrators for extended periods.
- Must be able to work in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.).
- Ability to walk and work on uneven surfaces in various weather conditions.
- Physical capability to work within confined spaces and excavations up to 15 feet deep.
- Visual acuity and alertness to work safely around moving equipment and provide clear flagging signals.
- Good auditory skills to hear equipment alarms, instructions, and communication on a busy site.
Environment:
- Outdoor work environment exposed to all weather conditions.
- Frequent exposure to high noise levels, dust, dirt, grease, and moving construction machinery.
- Work near hazardous materials commonly used in construction, including form oil, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel, and fresh concrete.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
SCI is looking for Unskilled Laborer to performs a variety of physical tasks to support construction projects such as roads, bridges, drainage systems, and other infrastructure. This position involves manual labor and works under the direct supervision of a site superintendent or foreman.