Laborer – Austin Industrial - (Houston, TX)

Austin Careers•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Industrial provides self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to industrial companies. The Laborer performs varied, physically demanding tasks at industrial and construction sites under the direction of a supervisor or foreman. Duties may include operating hand and power tools, preparing and cleaning sites, excavating and filling trenches, supporting other craft workers, handling materials, and removing waste. Work may involve heat, confined spaces, strenuous physical activity, and climbing.

Requirements

No minimum education requirements.
Valid driver’s license and TWIC Card.
At least 6 months of experience in an industrial setting is preferred.
Previous industrial janitorial or custodial experience.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work on foot for extended periods and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
Knowledge of safe chemical handling and cleaning procedures.
Some knowledge of equipment, materials, supplies, first aid, and applicable safety precautions.
Ability to work independently and communicate, understand, follow, and transmit oral and written instructions.
Ability to use tools and equipment properly and safely and maintain attention to detail.
Ability to meet the attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including working in confined spaces and climbing up to 200 feet, and to wear required personal protective equipment; beards are not permitted.
Legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of experience in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

Perform strenuous manual labor, including lifting, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in heat.
Shovel asphalt or other material into construction areas and assist with asphalt patching using hot or cold mix.
Excavate and fill trenches and ditches.
Clean and secure the job site daily by collecting tools and equipment and removing potential hazards, rubble, debris, and waste.
Handle, store, load, unload, haul, and hoist materials.
Use hand and power tools and other equipment properly and safely.
Follow safety and incident-reporting procedures and bring problems to the attention of the Foreman or Safety personnel.
Assist other craft workers and perform other duties as assigned.
Meet the attendance schedule consistently and complete daily activities according to the work schedule.