Skilled Laborer

Dragados • Virginia Beach, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves a variety of physical tasks on construction sites, requiring the ability to work in diverse weather conditions and operate various tools and equipment. Safety is paramount, and candidates must be able to follow procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). The position demands a high level of physical stamina and dexterity to perform essential duties effectively.

Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry materials, tools, and equipment, sometimes weighing up to 50lbs or more.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, multiple times an hour throughout a shift.
• Must be able to stand for 90% of an 8-12hr shift.
• Must be able to climb 30’ ladders.
• Must be able to climb 60’ stairs.
• Must be able to wear a 30lb harness and tool bags and climb concrete form work and rebar.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel and crawl for up to 30mins at a time, multiple times a day.
• Must be able to use small hand tools while standing, bending at the waist, and kneeling throughout an 8-12hr shift.
• Must be able to see while using required safety glasses.
• Must be able to wear hearing protection as needed.
• Must be able to work an entire shift (8-12hrs) in a variety of weather conditions, both indoors and outdoors.
• Must be able to operate a variety of tools and equipment, including power saws, drills, and other machinery.
• Must be able to use/operate small hand and power tools at to below shoulder height while standing, bending at the waist, and kneeling.
• Tools will range from a few oz to 35lbs, and must be used throughout an 8-12hr shift.
• Must be able to follow safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be able to perform the aforementioned tasks while wearing a harness and or tool bags weighing up to 30lbs for 90% of an 8-12hr shift.
• Able to frequently do the following: lifting, bending, climbing, standing, walking, and kneeling.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with High School Diploma are strongly preferred.
• Experienced construction employees are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, clean up rubble and debris, and remove asbestos, lead, and other hazardous waste materials.
• Signals equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.
• Load, unload, or identify building materials, machinery, or tools, distributing them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans or specifications.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
• Communicate with others to convey information effectively.
• Demonstrate attention to details.
• Be knowledgeable of safety procedures and practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED