Demolition Worker

Our team is growing, and we currently have an opportunity for an Industrial Demolition Worker:

Project Location: Erwin, TN

Competitive Rate

Job Description

The statements below reflect the items considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions:

• Set up work areas, barricades, and signage; maintain jobsite housekeeping and dust/debris control.
• Perform selective demolition and dismantling using hand and power tools (e.g., saws, grinders, jackhammers) as assigned.
• Safely operate demolition equipment as qualified (e.g., skid steer, excavator, forklift, manlift) and assist operators with rigging and spotting.
• Identify and follow project-specific requirements for regulated materials; stop work and notify supervision if suspect ACM/lead/mold is encountered.
• Support asbestos-related work activities per training level (e.g., awareness/worker) including containment support, wet methods, HEPA-vac use, and waste handling when authorized.
• Use and maintain required PPE (respiratory protection, protective clothing, hearing/eye protection, fall protection) and participate in fit testing/medical surveillance as applicable.
• Perform basic rigging, hoisting support, and material handling; sort, stage, and load debris for recycling/disposal.
• Complete daily pre-task plans/JHAs, equipment inspections, and required documentation (logs, checklists, waste manifests as assigned).
• Work safely at heights, in confined spaces, and around energized/locked-out systems following permits and procedures.
• Coordinate with supervisors, abatement teams, and other trades; communicate hazards and progress updates.

General Educational Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalency

Additional Requirements

• Prefer 1 year of experience in industrial demolition, construction labor, or related heavy industrial work.
• Asbestos training appropriate to assigned duties (e.g., asbestos awareness and/or accredited asbestos worker training).
• Willingness and ability to wear a respirator and other PPE; able to pass a respirator fit test and medical clearance when required.
• Must be capable of working at elevated heights
• Valid driver's license.
• Attend work consistently on time and in a reliable manner
• Follow all safety rules and standards for the company and for the site
• Understand and follow direction from the direct supervisor
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30

T E C Industrial has been building a team for more than 60 years, we are a growing Industrial Maintenance and Construction specialty contractor focused on the safety of our employees, integrity of our operations, and the work executed for our customers. Our company is a welcome home for individuals who take pride in their work, who enjoy working on a strong team, and who keep our customer’s needs in mind. T E C Industrial is recognized in the industry as leader in providing comprehensive solutions to our customers, and we do it with a strong group of dedicated employees.

We offer our employees:

• Medical, Dental
• Vision
• STD
• LTD
• Group Life
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Voluntary Life
• 401k plan with Co. match.
• Supplemental options: Accident plan, Critical Illness plan, FSA, etc.

Physical Profile Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The job requires occasionally remaining on one's feet in an upright position without moving for long periods of time, occasionally moving about on foot for long periods of time, remaining in a seated position for long periods of time, and/or climbing stairs, stepladders, extension ladders and scaffolding ladders. The job also requires the ability to raise or lower an object of approximately 5-50 pounds from one level to another, the ability to transport an object of up to 50 pounds a distance of up to 10 yards, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder, the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds of force frequently and a negligible amount of force constantly so that an object moves away from the force, and/or the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds of force frequently and a negligible amount of force constantly so that an object moves toward the force.

Must be capable of operating a standard 1/2-ton pick-up for occasional delivery and pick-up of materials and personnel and hold a valid, unrestricted motor vehicle operator's license issued by the state of residence, and the manual dexterity necessary to operate a standard desktop computer keyboard.

AAP/EEO Statement:

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a) and 60–741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We strive to foster a work environment that includes and embraces racial, ethnic and gender diversity and other individual differences. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion helps us attract and retain the best talent, enables employees to realize their full potential, and drives high performance through innovation and collaboration.

T E C Industrial is a Drug-Free, E-Verify, Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Veterans strongly encouraged to apply.