Laborer - Commercial Construction

Pepper Construction•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm with offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio. The Laborer assists with a variety of tasks on commercial construction sites, often supporting other tradespeople, including carpenters. The role may involve moving materials, operating equipment, demolition, concrete placement, flagging, temporary protection, general cleanup, and rough or finish carpentry assistance. Workers are expected to work independently when needed and to find useful activities while awaiting direction.

Requirements

Relevant experience in commercial construction is preferred.
OSHA 10 certification is preferred.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 100 lbs.
Detail-oriented and well-organized, with the ability to multitask.
Task-oriented, reliable, and committed to meeting deadlines.
Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexible availability, which may include some overtime, weekends, and night shifts.

Nice To Haves

Relevant commercial construction experience.
OSHA 10 certification.

Responsibilities

Load, unload, and move materials from pallets, skids, trucks, and other locations on or near the construction site.
Move materials to and from storage areas or work sites.
Drive equipment as needed.
Perform selective demolition, concrete placement, or flagging.
Stack and assemble materials into bundles.
Make simple repairs and adjustments to machinery or trucks.
Work independently with little direction and take initiative to find work while awaiting task direction.
Assist carpenters with general partition layout, framing, sheet rock installation, and other rough and finish carpentry work as assigned.
Build temporary protection, including barricades, visqueen, and floor protection.
Perform general cleanup, including vacuuming, sweeping, and rubbish removal.
Demolish non-load-bearing walls, ceilings, and flooring materials selectively, and clean up demolition debris.
Perform other duties as assigned.