Construction Laborer

H.P. Cummings Construction Company; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

H.P. Cummings Construction Company is seeking a Laborer to perform a variety of physical tasks at multiple job sites in Vermont. The role includes operating hand and power tools, site cleanup, and assisting other crafts.

Wage ranges from $18 to $24 per hour, with full-time daytime hours and potential overtime. The laborer will maintain a safe, clean site, assist with material handling, and support crew members.

Qualifications

• One year experience preferred; training provided.
• Must be able to travel to the jobsite within 30 minutes.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• OSHA 10 training preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Strong organization skills and timely project completion.

Responsibilities

• Performs varied, strenuous manual labor tasks.
• Keeps jobsite clean and secures tools/equipment daily.
• Building and demolition activities.
• Material handling and storage.
• Loads/unloads trucks and hauls materials.
• Follows safety procedures and reports issues.
• Assists craft workers and operates power tools.
• Takes direction and works as a team.
• Communicates clearly with team; maintains attendance.

Skills

Physically capable

Driver's license

Team player

Time management

Willingness to learn

Reading & interpretation of documents

Strong organizational skills

Education

OSHA 10 training preferred

Tools

Tape measure

Hammer

Utility knife

Job description

Position Title

Laborer ($18-$24/hour)

Reports to: Superintendent

Position Summary

The laborer performs tasks involving physical labor at various jobsites. The position may operate a variety of hand and power tools and may clean and prepare sites, clean up rubble and debris, and remove waste materials. The position may assist other craft workers.

Essential Functions / Position Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor.
• Maintains a clean jobsite, picks up tools and equipment, and secures the jobsite each day to eliminate potential hazards.
• Building / Demolition.
• Performs material handling and storage.
• Loads and unloads trucks, and hauls and hoists materials.
• Ensures that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed, and brings issues to the attention of the foreman and/or superintendent.
• Provides assistance to craft workers.
• Operates power tools.
• Able to take direction from management and/or senior craftsmen.
• Maintains a positive attitude.
• Provides a good work ethic and effort toward all assigned tasks.
• Able to be a team player.
• Willingness to learn new tasks.
• Shares knowledge and helps train others.
• Communicates clearly with the team on the jobsite.
• Demonstrates consistent attendance on the jobsite.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Hiring Requirements / Preferences

• Prefer 1 year experience but willing to train the right individual.
• Must be able to travel to the jobsite(s) and be within a 30-minute travel time.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Minimum tools required: tape measure, hammer & utility knife.
• OSHA 10 training preferred, but will provide.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong organization skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Experience with computers and technology a plus.
• Works independently with minimal supervision.

Other Duties

• Working hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Report to the site early enough to start work at 7:00 a.m. and be prepared to work up until 3:30 p.m.
• Overtime may be offered to stay on schedule.

Physical Requirements

Physical effort: Rarely 15%, Occasionally 15%-40%, Frequently 40%-70%, Continuously over 70%.

• Lifting under 40 lbs.
• Lifting over 40 lbs.
• Dusty environment.
• Using oil or chemicals.
• Standing.
• Climbing ladders.
• Climbing stairs.
• Outside work.
• Precision type work.
• Typing.
• Computer input.
• Stooping.
• Driving.
• Walking.
• Answering phone.
• Bending.
• Reaching/pulling/pushing.
• Acuity, far – clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
• Acuity, near – clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
• Depth perception – ability to judge distance and space relationships.
• Field of vision – area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while fixed on a point.
• Accommodation – adjustment of eye to bring object into sharp focus.
• Color vision – ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Special Comments: Pay ranges from $18-$24/hour.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

H.P. Cummings is an AA/EOE.