Union - Journeyman Demolition - Laborer

DPR Construction•Newport Beach, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset. Job Summary: Executes basic to moderately complex demolition tasks to support safe and efficient project completion. Applies fully functioning technical knowledge and hands-on expertise to dismantle structures completely. Collaborates with crew members to safely remove complete structures, clear debris, and follow safety procedures, making sure each phase of the demolition project is completed on schedule. Adjusts to changing site conditions, such as unexpected structural issues or debris, and works with the crew to find safe and effective solutions during demolition tasks.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
Completion of an accredited laborers apprenticeship program or 2 - 4 years of experience in demolition, construction, or a related field required.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction certification preferred.
OSHA 10 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.

Responsibilities

Performs standard and non-standard demolition activities independently using hand and power tools, ensuring precision and safety.
Removes debris and hazardous materials from job sites completely, following established procedures.
Assists in setting up and securing work areas to prevent common accidents and property damage.
Communicates with crew members to coordinate the safe removal of materials, operate standard equipment efficiently, and quickly address any routine and semi-routine issues that arise during demolition work.
Checks standard demolition tools and heavy equipment before each shift to make sure they are safe and ready for use.
Adjusts standard and non-standard demolition techniques when encountering hidden hazards, unstable structures, or unexpected debris to keep the crew safe and the project on track.