Laborer

Forgen•Scroggins, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Forgen is hiring a Laborer in Scroggins, Texas, to perform general construction laborer duties at project sites. The role involves excavation and hand excavation of contaminated soils, equipment operation and other manual construction work, and following safety procedures at hazardous waste sites. Employees must be prepared to work extended hours and may receive additional assignments as needed. Work may involve heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, extreme weather, confined spaces, and heights. Required PPE includes protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots. The role has three experience levels: Laborer 1 requires zero or more years of construction laborer experience; Laborer 2 requires two or more years; and Laborer 3 requires five or more years.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
Construction laborer experience by level: Laborer 1 requires zero or more years; Laborer 2 requires two or more years; Laborer 3 requires five or more years.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand or walk for extended periods, climb in and out of equipment, and work in confined spaces or at heights.
Ability to work in conditions that may involve heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather.
Use required PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots.
Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

TWIC card.
40-hour HAZWOPER training.
Competent Person Safety Training.
8-hour Supervisory Training.
30-hour OSHA Construction Safety Training.
First Aid and CPR.

Responsibilities

Participate in a drug-free workplace with a random drug testing program.
Promote a safety culture that supports Incident and Injury Free Performance.
Assist with excavation and/or hand excavation of contaminated soils.
Operate manual and mechanical clearing equipment and power washers; direct traffic; perform housekeeping; fuel equipment; and complete other general construction tasks.
Read and comply with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for chemicals at hazardous waste sites.
Carry out tasks from detailed written and oral instructions.
Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
Read and comply with safety plans, rules, maintenance instructions, training manuals, MSDSs, warning tags, traffic signs, and procedure manuals.
Work extended hours when required.
Work as a team member and independently.
Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.