Laborer

MasTec • Abilene, TX

18d

About The Position

The Laborer assists journeyman trades with highway structure and roadway demolition and construction. Duties include site preparation, earthwork, trenching, debris removal, and supporting asphalt paving, concrete placement, form fabrication, and traffic control. The role uses hand tools, power tools, and handheld equipment such as jackhammers and earth tampers. Laborers may work with various construction crews, climb ladders and scaffolding, and carry materials weighing up to 60 pounds.

This is a safety-sensitive position involving work near live traffic and active heavy equipment and machinery. Frequent travel to project sites is required, and the work may take place during days or nights and in outdoor conditions. The position requires flexible hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and overtime.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are often required.
• Ability to understand and follow traffic control plans and safety procedures.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with drivers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Basic knowledge of road construction safety practices and traffic laws.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift equipment, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to remain alert, attentive, and focused in a high-risk environment.
• Dependability and punctuality.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Assist journeyman trades with highway and roadway construction and demolition.
• Perform site preparation, earthwork, trenching, and debris removal.
• Carry materials weighing up to 60 pounds and climb ladders and scaffolding.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and handheld equipment such as jackhammers and earth tampers.
• Support asphalt paving, concrete placement, and form fabrication.
• Assist with traffic control setup and follow safety procedures.
• Travel frequently to project sites and work flexible schedules.
• Work around live traffic and active heavy equipment and machinery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed