Construction Helper

The Old Dominion Group • El Paso, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Helper serves as a spotter for lifts, cleans and prepares construction sites, loads and unloads materials, tools, and equipment, and assists the crew with a variety of physical labor and construction activities. They must be safety-oriented with a strong work-ethic.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing, and other duties will be assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit.

Requirements

• Good communication skills – verbal and nonverbal.
• Excellent listening skills; able to listen, understand, and follow the instructions of crew and supervisors.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and follow plans and specs.
• Working knowledge of proper construction techniques, practices, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Effective team player.
• Organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail with a focus on error prevention.
• Ability to understand, follow, and communicate standard operating policies and procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements in a positive and constructive manner.
• Must be able to pass a drug/alcohol screen and background check.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Previous construction and/or caulking experience.
• HS diploma or GED; OR an equivalent combination of training, education and relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Helps prevent accidents by serving as a spotter for lifts on the job site
• Cleans and prepares construction sites, materials and tools.
• Loads, unloads, and transports materials, tools, and equipment.
• Removes and cleans garbage, spills, debris, and other materials from the job site.
• Assists with construction tasks including using power tools, caulking, and general cleanup.
• Move or position materials and equipment.
• Shape or cut materials to specified measurements using tools.
• Works safely, following all local, state, and federal laws and regulations and codes pertaining to the scope of work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED