Mechanical General Laborer

RQ Construction•Norfolk, VA

23d

About The Position

RQC, LLC. is seeking a Mechanical General Laborer to support projects at Naval Station Norfolk. The role performs a range of physical labor tasks at construction sites using hand and power tools. Work supports site operations, including preparation and cleanup, removing debris and rubble, and disposing of non-hazardous materials. The position may also involve operating construction equipment, depending on experience, training, and project needs. Work must be performed with appropriate equipment and in compliance with established safety standards, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE), in support of RQ's Mission, Vision, and Values. RQC, LLC. is a full-service Design-Build company with projects across the country. It specializes in fast-track new commercial construction for public and private clients, with a primary focus on the Department of Defense market. Candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization. Candidates must also successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check for access to a military-base job site, if applicable.

Requirements

At least one year, or equivalent, of field or trade work experience in commercial construction.
Provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire.
Successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check; a stricter Department of Defense background check is required for military-base site access when applicable.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is the preferred minimum formal education.
Government, military, or large commercial construction experience.
CPR and First Aid certifications.
Forklift/manlift training and certificate.
Trenching and shoring training.
Fall protection training.
Scissor lift/boom lift certificate.
OSHA 10-hour training.
EM-385 40-hour training.

Responsibilities

Perform physical labor tasks at construction sites using hand and power tools.
Support site preparation and cleanup.
Remove debris and rubble and dispose of non-hazardous materials.
Operate construction equipment as appropriate to experience, training, and project needs.
Use appropriate equipment and personal protective equipment, and comply with established safety standards.