Laborer

Adolfson & Peterson Construction•Dallas, TX

2d•$21 - $28

About The Position

Adolfson & Peterson Construction is seeking an experienced Laborer to help move and install materials for carpenters, operators, masons, and other skilled trades during construction. The position supports daily job-site operations, including site preparation, material handling, concrete and formwork assistance, scaffold erection and dismantling, cleaning, and construction quality checks. Safety is central to the role. Laborers are expected to work within the company’s Incident and Injury Free culture, promote safe practices, follow company policies and procedures, and contribute to a workplace culture of care and concern. The role may involve working at heights, climbing form systems, traveling to project sites up to 70+ miles away, and working in varying, sometimes extreme, climate conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent training.
Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, rake, shovel, and move materials, supplies, tools, and ladders weighing up to 75 pounds, and occasionally more than 100 pounds throughout the day.
Physical ability to stand, walk, climb ladders and/or formwork, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach constantly throughout the day.
Experience using hand tools such as chippers and grinders, and ability to measure correctly.
Ability to travel to project sites up to 70+ miles away.
Willingness to work in varying, sometimes extreme, climate conditions.
Demonstrated ability to proactively resolve construction issues.
Strong oral, written, and listening communication skills, including ability to follow directions and ask questions.
Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
Ability to work independently, set goals and tasks, and contribute to a positive team environment.

Responsibilities

Take personal responsibility for working safely within an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture.
Support IIF efforts and promote a culture of care and concern for team members.
Communicate and reinforce the principles of an IIF workplace.
Follow processes and procedures that support an IIF culture and comply with company safety requirements and policies.
Prepare construction sites by clearing obstacles and hazards, and dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel.
Supply tools and materials to work areas as directed by the Foreman, Superintendent, or trades; plan ahead, inventory, request, load, and unload materials and supplies.
Operate a pallet jack and partner saw; signal equipment operators; and routinely operate a bobcat and forklift for material handling.
Clean tools, equipment, materials, and the work site daily.
Assist with installing formwork and pouring concrete; mix mortar and grout; and apply compounds to protect or seal surfaces.
Erect and dismantle scaffolding according to company safety guidelines.
Work at heights and climb form systems while assisting with concrete pours and supporting carpenters and other trades.
Assist carpenters, operators, masons, and other skilled labor as needed.
Construct and maintain temporary openings, protect construction finishes, clean interiors and exteriors daily, and remove debris.
Inspect work in progress for conformance with specifications, construction schedules, and AP quality management standards.
Ensure workmanship is of the highest quality.
Perform other duties as assigned.