General Laborer

RQ Construction • Elizabeth City, NC

24d • Onsite

About The Position

RQ Construction is seeking a full-time General Laborer in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, to perform physical labor at construction sites. The role involves using hand and power tools, assisting other craft workers, cleaning and preparing sites, clearing rubble and debris, and removing other non-hazardous waste materials. The laborer may also operate one or more types of power construction equipment. Work must be performed with appropriate equipment and required safety practices in support of RQ Construction’s mission, vision, and values. On-the-job training and certifications are provided according to project needs, including safety and equipment operation. Pay is $17.20–$20.00 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a 401(k) with company match.

Requirements

• Two or more years, or equivalent, of field or trade work experience in commercial construction.
• Use appropriate safety practices and equipment while performing construction work.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Government, military, or large commercial construction experience.
• Carpentry and equipment background.
• CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Fall protection training.
• Scissor lift or boom lift certificate.
• OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour training.
• Trenching and shoring training.
• Confined space training.
• Lockout/Tagout training.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical labor at construction sites using hand and power tools.
• Assist other craft workers with their duties.
• Clean and prepare construction sites.
• Clean up rubble and debris and remove other non-hazardous waste materials.
• Operate one or more types of power construction equipment as needed.
• Use appropriate equipment and follow required safety practices.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• On-the-job training and certifications based on project needs

What This Job Offers

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