Laborer - Pump Station - Florence, MS

Hemphill Construction Company•Florence, MS

101d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform tasks involving physical labor at pump station, water, sewer and wastewater treatment 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.
Valid appropriate state driver’s license (general operator license).
Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
Commercial driver license (Class A or B) preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform tasks involving physical labor at pump station, water, sewer and wastewater treatment 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.
Load and unload materials.
Clean up rubble and debris.
Remove waste materials.
Assist other craft workers.