Laborer - General (Haskell, TX)

Haydon Companies•Haskell, TX

107d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform tasks involving physical labor at highway and heavy construction projects. Operate a variety of hand and power tools, clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, clean up rubble and debris and remove waste materials. May assist other craft workers. Per diem and Housing included.

Requirements

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work.
Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.
Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, proper and safe use of equipment, materials and supplies used in heavy/highway construction work.
Work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
Meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Strong problem solving, risk management, organization, and communication skills.
Strong understanding of construction safety and OSHA requirements.
Strong understanding of construction methods, critical path method scheduling, and interpretation of plans and specifications.
Competent in required job skills and knowledge; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in heavy/highway construction projects; perform manual work in preparing surfaces for paving
Prepare sites to ensure optimization of construction work procedures
Clean construction sites of debris, trash and construction materials
Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic/gas tampers, or rakes.
Clean and maintain construction equipment appropriately
Provide assistance to Foremen and other supervisors as needed
Load and unload trucks and haul and hoist materials
Other related duties as required or assigned.