Construction Laborer - MWH

MWH•Austin, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

MWH Constructors (MWH), a global leader in heavy civil construction of water and wastewater facilities, is currently seeking a Construction Laborer to support a critical wastewater treatment plant construction project in Austin, Texas.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
1+ year of construction or outdoor labor experience preferred
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Required to communicate information, ideas, directions, and the capability to perform the task or project discussed.
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with utmost regard for safety.
Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required.
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including carrying, digging, climbing, kneeling, and prolonged standing
Ability to work outdoors in variable weather and active construction environments
Willingness to learn heavy civil and treatment plant construction practices
Ability to follow directions and work effectively in a crew environment
Demonstrated commitment to construction safety practices
Reliable attendance and punctuality
If requested, the applicant shall furnish a written statement from a medical doctor that he/she has had a physical examination in connection with the application and is physically fit to perform the work.

Responsibilities

Perform general construction labor in support of carpentry, concrete, mechanical, and civil crews on treatment plant projects
Assist with excavation support, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation activities
Handle, move, and stage construction materials, tools, and equipment
Support concrete operations, including formwork prep, placing, vibrating, patching, and curing protection
Install and remove temporary works such as barricades, fencing, protection, and erosion control
Perform demolition, cleanup, and debris removal in new and existing treatment facilities
Operate basic hand and power tools (shovels, rakes, compactors, saws, drills, etc.)
Assist skilled trades (carpenters, pipefitters, operators, ironworkers) as directed
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and access ways
Follow all safety requirements, including PPE, confined space, trench safety, and lockout/tagout controls
Participate in daily safety meetings, stretch-and-flex, and crew coordination
Perform other general labor duties as assigned to support project needs
Trash collection and disposal.
Organize the tool and equipment sheds.