LABORER - Austin Industrial - Sulphur, LA

Austin Careers•Lake Charles, LA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The General Laborer will perform various labor-intensive tasks in an industrial setting under the direction of a supervisor or foreman. This role may involve operating a variety of hand and power tools, cleaning and preparing sites, digging trenches, erecting scaffolding, cleaning up rubble and debris, and removing waste materials. The laborer may also assist other craft workers. Specific duties include performing strenuous manual labor such as lifting 25+ lbs., bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in heat. Tasks involve shoveling bituminous concrete or other materials, assisting in patching asphalt, and excavating/filling trenches and ditches. Responsibilities also include maintaining a clean job site, material handling and storage, loading/unloading trucks, and ensuring safety procedures are followed. The role requires some knowledge of equipment, materials, supplies, first aid, and safety precautions, as well as the ability to work independently, lift heavy objects, stand/walk for long periods, and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse conditions. Effective oral and written communication, proper and safe use of equipment and tools, and the ability to follow instructions are essential. Dependable attendance and consistency are also required. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, as Austin is unable to sponsor employment visas.

Requirements

Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
Valid Driver’s License
TWIC Card
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States.

Nice To Haves

6+ months experience in an Industrial setting preferred.
Some knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in an industrial setting.
Some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor, including lifting 25+ lbs., bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in the heat.
Shovel bituminous concrete (asphalt) or other material into construction area.
Assist in patching asphalt with hot and cold mix.
Excavate and fill trenches and ditches.
Maintain a clean job site: pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards.
Material handling and storage.
Load and unload trucks and haul and hoist materials.
Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
Bring problems to the attention of the Foreman or Safety personnel.
Work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
Other duties as assigned.