Concrete Construction General Laborer

Bettis Companies•Topeka, KS

1d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Concrete Construction General Laborer position will require extended travel and work throughout the Midwest (e.g. Oklahoma, Kansas, Arkansas, Nebraska). Primary Function: The Concrete Construction General Laborer is a support role to the skilled trades on highway construction projects. Laborers may operate a variety of equipment including hand and power tools: air hammers, earth tampers, small mechanical hoists, surveying, and measuring equipment. They clean and prepare job sites, clean up rubble and debris and any other items as directed by the Foreman or Division Manager. Concrete Laborer Essential Duties and Responsibilities but are not limited to: Prep construction sites by clearing obstacles and hazards Assembling and disassembling all temporary structures and forms Manage traffic movement and traffic control in the construction area Cleaning and moving debris and waste materials from or near the construction site Loading and unloading materials and supplies Digging trenches, removing filling, and/or compacting earth with use of shovels and rakes Following supervisors’ instructions Assist carpenters, and other skilled craftspeople with various tasks such as concrete footings, setting curb forms, ADA forms, and paving forms Build job specific wood forms and assemble commercially available form systems Demonstrate versatility through properly utilizing other types of heavy machinery when needed (e.g. excavator, skid loader, and others) Finish bridge decks such as concrete vibrator Set and tie steel as required Pour, grade and finish concrete Shovel dirt, gravel and asphalt Perform general housekeeping and cleanup of the job site Check and maintain grade stakes and other survey markings Maintain equipment and tools Enter confined spaces as required Rigging Provide flagging and direction to Crane Operators Must be able to walk on rebar Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts Perform general labor and other construction related duties as required Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information Represent the company in a professional manner on and off the job site Flagging (traffic control) with proper training

Requirements

Over 18 years of age
Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen with a “Negative” result
Must be able to complete a post-offer physical with a “Capable” result
Familiar with staking and checking grade
Experience with using a concrete vibrator and various other finishing tools
Familiar with construction terminology and hand signals
In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, OSHA guidelines, and construction equipment, including safe operating practices and signs of maintenance issues
Excellent time-management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
Detail-oriented and have excellent follow through
Dependable and able to work independently with little supervision as well as with a team of individuals
Able to use hand and power tools
Basic mechanical skills
Ready to learn from on-the-job training when necessary
Must have the ability to work extended hours as required by the workload
Must be able to run 15 90lb. chipping hammer/sack hammer for extended amount of time
Ability to stoop and kneel frequently
Ability to climb, balance, crouch and crawl occasionally
Ability to lift 0-25 pounds constantly
Ability to lift 25-75 pounds frequently
Ability to lift 75+ pounds occasionally
Constant exposure to weather extremes
Frequent exposure to dust/fumes
Constant time spent working on your feet
Occasionally use of vibratory tools
Occasional work above and below ground
Must have cumalong experience
Must have straight edge experience
1 to 3 years or more of industry related experience is required, with an emphasis on roads, curbs, drives & ADA ramps (willing to train)
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in all types of terrain
Able to meet all physical requirements
Able to work around loud noises and can tolerate being exposed to odors, gases, dust, etc.
Able to work in extreme temperatures, in confined spaces, high places, and in excavated areas

Responsibilities

Prep construction sites by clearing obstacles and hazards
Assembling and disassembling all temporary structures and forms
Manage traffic movement and traffic control in the construction area
Cleaning and moving debris and waste materials from or near the construction site
Loading and unloading materials and supplies
Digging trenches, removing filling, and/or compacting earth with use of shovels and rakes
Following supervisors’ instructions
Assist carpenters, and other skilled craftspeople with various tasks such as concrete footings, setting curb forms, ADA forms, and paving forms
Build job specific wood forms and assemble commercially available form systems
Demonstrate versatility through properly utilizing other types of heavy machinery when needed (e.g. excavator, skid loader, and others)
Finish bridge decks such as concrete vibrator
Set and tie steel as required
Pour, grade and finish concrete
Shovel dirt, gravel and asphalt
Perform general housekeeping and cleanup of the job site
Check and maintain grade stakes and other survey markings
Maintain equipment and tools
Enter confined spaces as required
Rigging
Provide flagging and direction to Crane Operators
Must be able to walk on rebar
Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts
Perform general labor and other construction related duties as required
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Represent the company in a professional manner on and off the job site
Flagging (traffic control) with proper training

Benefits

$19.75/Hour
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance options
Per Diem Benefits
Highly Competitive Pay
Employee Bonus Program Opportunities: Annual Incentive, Referral, Profit-Sharing
Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Employee Wellness Program
Life Insurance, Disability, and Retirement Options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
On the Job Training with a Strong Emphasis on Safety
Stable Company with Strong Growth
A Culture that Values Professional Growth, Development, and Internal Promotion