Construction Laborer (Bakersfield)

ENTACT•Bakersfield, CA

4d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing various job tasks on hazardous and non-hazardous waste sites. Work performed on hazardous waste sites may include possible exposure to lead, PCBs, H2S, arsenic, and various other metals, chemicals, and conditions. Job tasks involve manual labor in various weather conditions. Candidates must be open to sustained project-based travel within the US. Project locations will vary depending on the assignment. Candidates can reside anywhere within the US.

Requirements

40-hour HAZWOPER training required
Must be able to wear PPE when needed
Knowledge of materials, machines, and tools, including their hazards, designs, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to meet deadlines and contribute to a positive, safe, high-quality culture in a fast-paced environment.
HS Diploma or equivalent.
HAZWOPER 40-hour training and current refresher.

Nice To Haves

Previous construction and/or hazardous waste work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform tasks involving physical labor at earthmoving, remediation, heavy construction projects, and demolition sites.
Operate and maintain hand, power tools, and equipment of all types such as high-pressure washers (hot and cold), electric power tools, portable abrasive wheel tools, pneumatic tools, liquid fuel tools or equipment, power actuated tools, hydraulic power tools, skid steers, and a variety of other equipment and instruments.
Operate and maintain pumps, compressors, and generators to provide power for tools, machinery, and equipment.
Cleans construction site to eliminate possible hazards.
Lubricates, cleans, and repairs machinery, equipment, and tools.
Loads and unloads materials from trucks or trailers.
Signals equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
Clean and prepare work areas, construct fencing, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, clean up rubble and debris, paint, and various other labor intensive work activities.
Welding, cutting, or brazing.
Work in confined spaces including permit required confined spaces.
Assist with the preparation and review of Job Safety Analyses, observations, and other reports.
Promote the use of Stop Work authority.
Other duties as assigned.