Laborer - Dirt/Grade Division

Hemphill Construction Company•Florence, MS

108d•Onsite

About The Position

General Summary of the Position: Perform tasks involving physical labor at dirt, road and commercial heavy construction projects. May operate a variety of hand and power tools. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, load and unload materials, clean up rubble and debris and remove waste materials. May assist other craft workers.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in heavy construction work.
Basic knowledge of applicable safety precautions.
Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule per foreman’s direction.
Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing as required.
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.
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
Valid appropriate state driver’s license (general operator license). Commercial driver license (Class A or B) preferred.
Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in heavy construction projects.
Assist operators and other crewmembers as required.
May perform traffic control procedures.
May excavate and fills 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, Superintendent, Safety Director or HR Director.

Stand Out From the Crowd

Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.

Upload and Match Resume