Laborer - WWSP Oregon

Sundt•Tualatin, OR

About The Position

Assist skilled craft workers in performing their assigned duties and work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision. The laborer must be able to take direction from a higher-skilled worker or foreman. The role involves learning and safely operating work-related tools and equipment, understanding work hazards, producing high-quality work safely and productively, and supporting improvement and waste reduction. This is a safety-sensitive position. The job description may change and may include other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
Be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including items such as steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hardhat, and a vest.
Be able to work in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas; frequently reach above shoulder height and below the waist; occasionally stoop, kneel, or bend; and frequently use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects.
Be able to climb and maintain balance on steel or wood framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
Be able to lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
Be able to work up to a 12-hour shift performing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.

Nice To Haves

NCCER Core Curriculum and/or a high school diploma or equivalent.
Industrial or commercial construction experience: one year for level I, two years for level II, or three or more years preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist skilled craft workers with their assigned duties and perform work in other crafts as appropriate to training and skills.
Take direction from a higher-skilled worker or foreman.
Use effective basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Eliminate waste, including waiting, rework, unnecessary transporting, material storage, and wasted time.
Ask a supervisor before continuing if unsure about any aspect of the work or safe practices.
Learn and understand safety hazards related to the work.
Learn to safely and effectively use or operate work-related tools and equipment.
Look for opportunities to improve tasks, means, and methods, and be willing to learn from others.
Maintain positive working relationships with crew members.
Produce high-quality work safely and productively.
Provide feedback to help ensure materials, tools, equipment, and information are available for the work.
Comply with safety standards and procedures.