Shop Laborer
About The Position
The Shop Helper/Laborer performs manual labor as needed to complete project assignments and organizes and inventories parts in the warehouse and yard. Duties include loading, unloading, organizing, labeling, and recording parts and construction materials; cleaning and maintaining materials, equipment, and work areas; and assisting project teams with construction-related tasks. The role is temporary full-time, with the potential to become permanent full-time. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned. The normal schedule is Monday through Saturday, 8–10 hours per day. Mandatory overtime may be required based on seasonal workload and remote work settings. The position is based in Palmer, Alaska, and involves work in construction and yard environments, including inclement weather, equipment noise and vibration, airborne particles, fuel and chemical exposure, and other construction hazards. Once eligible, benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), a 401(k), life insurance (including supplemental insurance), and long-term disability.
Requirements
- Valid state driver license.
- Ability to safely and productively operate equipment used for general yard upkeep.
- Ability to read and follow plans, specifications, sketches, and grade/mapping control.
- Ability to maintain equipment and follow related procedures.
- Ability to assess and troubleshoot equipment failure.
- Ability to perform varied tasks involving strenuous manual labor.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply first aid.
- Ability to interpret and record written data and information.
- Ability to communicate information in writing so others understand.
- Ability to understand and communicate verbally with others.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Ability to follow proper safety and incident-reporting procedures.
- Ability to meet project schedules dependably and consistently.
- Ability to wear protective clothing.
- Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
- Load and offload parts onto shelves and organize parts.
- Inventory parts, enter part numbers into a computer program, and label parts with appropriate barcodes.
- Paint, wash, or clean construction-related materials and equipment.
- Clean and organize construction sites and yard locations to eliminate potential hazards.
- Perform manual labor as needed, including shoveling, chainsaw use, and pressure washing.
- Mix ingredients to create compounds for covering or cleaning surfaces.
- Load, unload, identify, and distribute construction materials, machinery, and tools according to project plans and specifications.
- Work with other project team members to meet contract and project requirements.
- Maintain records, including load counts, equipment hours, and production.
- Assist with loading and unloading equipment to and from delivery trucks.
- Assist other operations staff as requested and perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), once eligible
- 401(k), once eligible
- Life insurance, including supplemental insurance, once eligible
- Long-term disability, once eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
