Construction Laborer

Ausland Group•Grants Pass, OR

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Construction Laborers perform physical work supporting craft trades and general project conditions, including keeping crews and construction sites organized and efficient. The role supports construction projects in Southern Oregon and includes site preparation, selective demolition, excavation, concrete work, assisting craft workers, handling tools and materials, and maintaining site cleanliness. Work may take place in varied and inclement weather, near moving mechanical parts and loud noise, and at heights with appropriate safety restraints.

Requirements

Supply basic hand tools, such as a hammer, demolition bar, and work bag.
Have reliable transportation to and from assigned, varied work sites.
Be able to identify utilities and remain aware of them.
Adhere to safety standards.
Be able to lift and move up to 70 pounds occasionally.
Be able to sit or drive in a normal seated position for extended periods.
Be able to reach in any direction and use finger dexterity to manipulate objects.
Be able to communicate using spoken words and see and hear within normal parameters, including discerning colors.
Be able to move around a construction site, including climbing ladders and scaffolds and walking over uneven terrain.
Pass a drug screening test.
Have at least two years of progressive experience in commercial construction field labor.
Have a valid driver’s license and reasonable driving record.
Complete 10-hour OSHA training within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred, but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

Clear and prepare construction sites.
Perform selective demolition of buildings and other structures using hand tools and equipment.
Assist craft workers, including carpenters and iron workers, as directed.
Dig pits, trenches, and foundations; backfill excavations; and compact and level earth.
Mobilize and organize tools, equipment, and supplies to and from construction sites.
Operate tools and equipment, including air hammers, earth tampers, concrete mixers, rotary hammers, and concrete vibrators.
Assemble scaffolds, ladders, and other equipment to provide worker access.
Position structural components such as structural steel or precast concrete.
Build, position, dismantle, and clean concrete formwork.
Shovel, mix, and place concrete.
Signal equipment operators to assist with machinery, equipment, and material alignment and movement.
Mix ingredients to create compounds or to cover or clean surfaces.
Grind, scrape, sand, or polish surfaces such as concrete or wood.
Lubricate, clean, and repair tools and equipment.
Direct traffic (flagging) to protect pedestrians, motorists, and the work crew.
Work at heights using proper safety restraints.
Clean construction sites during and at the conclusion of construction activities.
Perform other tasks as directed.