Laborer - Infrastructure

JORDAN FOSTER CONSTRUCTION•San Antonio, TX

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laborer performs physical labor at building and heavy construction projects in San Antonio, Texas. The role may involve operating common hand and power tools, such as air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, and surveying and measuring equipment, as well as other construction equipment and instruments. The position requires outdoor work in varying weather conditions and around heavy equipment, power tools, and moving machinery. Workers may also work in confined spaces and must be able to perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift. A high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license are preferred; at least two years of construction industry field experience is required.

Requirements

At least two years of field experience in the construction industry.
Basic knowledge of and ability to use common construction hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including last-minute changes to schedule, location, and shift time; day or night shift changes and overtime may be required.
Ability to work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
Ability to walk frequently on uneven ground in varying weather conditions and work outdoors exposed to the elements.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Ability to frequently reach above shoulder height and below the waist, and repeatedly or continually bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, twist, climb, and balance throughout the shift.
Ability to push or pull 80 or more pounds and lift or carry 80 or more pounds.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toe shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, and a vest.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license with a clear motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

Perform general and final cleanup of project sites, project offices, and surrounding areas, removing hazards, materials, and debris.
Distribute and clean up power and hand tools, extension cords, generators, and related equipment.
Perform dewatering activities and set up water pumps and hoses.
Move formwork, lumber, rebar, and other materials manually.
Place concrete from or to trucks, pumps, buckets, buggies, conveyors, and similar equipment.
Perform hand excavation and backfill, and hand-grade sub-base.
Load and unload equipment and materials from trucks and trailers.
Perform concrete tasks, including raking, screeding, vibrating, and placing concrete blankets.
Use demolition tools during assigned tasks, including jackhammers, air tools, sledgehammers, and cut-off saws.
Follow instructions and understand construction needs.
Follow procedures, regulations, and guidelines while minimizing errors and safety risks.
Maintain regular attendance according to company policy to support normal crew efficiency.
Perform other duties of a similar or related nature as assigned.