Concrete Laborer

LV Concrete; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

LV Concrete in Lancaster County is hiring for an entry-level Concrete Laborer. You will assist concrete carpenters and finishers with formwork, placement, curb and sidewalk tasks, and site cleanup.

The role requires working outdoors and collaborating with a team to keep job sites efficient. Preferred qualifications include at least 1 year in construction, knowledge of basic concrete tools, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 1 year of construction experience required.
• Knowledge of basic concrete tools and equipment.
• Employee is expected to supply on his/her own and possess at work certain tools, a list of which will be provided by LV Concrete.
• Valid driver licenses required.

Responsibilities

• Strip and clean concrete formwork
• Spread concrete during placement using rakes and shovels
• Transport concrete using physical means
• Removal of concrete utilizing saws and jackhammers
• Clean up concrete spoils and concrete equipment
• Assist in setting concrete formwork
• Rake and shovel stone/concrete
• Assist in installing various concrete accessories
• Collaborate with team members
• Work in a safe and organized manner
• Provide clear direction and communication to concrete trucks arriving and leaving job site

Skills

Team player

Safety-conscious

Adaptable

Tools

Concrete tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

About Your Opportunity

Assist Concrete Carpenters / Concrete Finishers with various job tasks related to building concrete frame, floor and wall construction and site curb and sidewalk construction. Produce all work in a safe manner and work in a team-oriented environment.

How You’ll Contribute

• Strip and clean concrete formwork
• Spread concrete during placement using rakes and shovels
• Transport concrete using physical means and equipment
• Removal of concrete utilizing saws and jackhammers
• Clean up concrete spoils and concrete equipment
• Assist in setting concrete formwork
• Rake and shovel stone/concrete
• Assist in installing various concrete accessories
• Collaborate with team members
• Work in a safe and organized manner

Other Functions

• Perform job clean up duties
• Provide clear direction and communication to concrete trucks arriving and leaving job site

Qualifications

• 1 year of construction experience
• Knowledge of basic concrete tools and equipment
• Employee is expected to supply on his/her own and possess at work certain tools, a list of which will be provided by LV Concrete
• Valid driver licenses

Machines/Tools/Equipment

Carry out tasks utilizing hand tools including the following: shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, drills, floats, trowels, brooms, etc. Carry out tasks utilizing power equipment including the following: jack hammers, skid loaders, chipping guns, motorized wheelbarrows, concrete pumps, etc.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily outdoors with occasional indoor construction. Work shifts may involve long hours and night shifts. Some work may include elevated workstations several stories above ground or work several stories below ground. Minimal out of town work may be required.

Physical Requirements

In a normal day, this position requires little to no sitting. The employee must be able to stand for 7+ hours, walk 4-6 hours and drive 1-4 hours. The employee must be able to lift/carry up to 75 lbs. maximum; frequently lift/carry up to 50 lbs. The employee must be able to use upper extremities for repetitive simple grasping, pushing/pulling and fine manipulation. The employee must be able to bend at waist and squat the knees continuously (67-100%). The employee will frequently (34-66%) climb (including ladders), reach above shoulders and kneel. The employee will occasionally (0-33%) crawl, use feet (foot controls), and/or work at heights above 6 feet.

Safety Sensitive

Safety-Sensitive positions are any jobs that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This job is a Safety‑Sensitive position.