General Laborer- Austin Industrial Decatur, IL Cogen

Austin Careers•Decatur, IL

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About The Position

Austin Industrial is seeking a General Laborer to perform various labor-intensive tasks in an industrial setting under the direction of a supervisor or foreman. This role may involve operating hand and power tools, cleaning and preparing sites, digging trenches, erecting scaffolding, removing debris, and assisting other craft workers. The General Laborer is responsible for performing strenuous manual labor, handling materials, ensuring a clean and safe job site, and adhering to safety procedures. The position requires the ability to work independently, lift heavy objects, stand for long periods, and perform strenuous physical labor under challenging conditions. Effective communication and the ability to follow instructions are essential.

Requirements

No minimum education requirements.
6+ months experience in an Industrial setting preferred.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States.
Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.

Nice To Haves

Some knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in an industrial setting.
Some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor.
Shovel bituminous concrete (asphalt) or other material into construction area.
Assist in patching asphalt with hot and cold mix.
Excavate and fill trenches and ditches.
Maintain a clean job site: pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards.
Material handling and storage.
Load and unload trucks and haul and hoist materials.
Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
Bring problems to the attention of the Foreman or Safety personnel.
Other duties as assigned.