Construction Laborer

GHD; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking entry-level Laborer/Equipment Operators for our Construction group to support dirt work projects across the U.S. The role includes operating various heavy equipment (e.g., skid steer, dozer, excavator) and performing manual labor as needed, with a focus on safety and quality.

Travel is required on a rotational basis (onsite for 3 weeks, home for a weekend, then back onsite). GHD covers travel, lodging, and per diem.

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years of experience operating various medium-size equipment.
• Basic operation of equipment such as dozer, loader, excavator, roller/compactor, grader, Marsh Master.
• Ability to read and use tape measures and levels.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium equipment at high caliber of quality.
• Safely operate equipment to meet daily production goals.
• Conduct daily maintenance checks on all operated equipment and vehicles.
• Provide manual labor with hand and power tools when needed.
• Read and interpret engineered drawings/plans.
• Assist Superintendent and foreperson to ensure high-quality final product.
• Complete quarterly and yearly Safety Reporting Forms (STEPs, UA/UC/SW).

Skills

Equipment operation

Tape measures

Levels

Job description

Job Description Join a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanization. GHD's Construction group has several openings for entry level Laborer/ Equipment Operators to operate various types of heavy equipment (i.e. tracked excavator, dozer, wheel loader, etc.) associated with dirt work construction! As Equipment Operator you must demonstrate safe operation of assigned equipment based on changing operating conditions.

Travel expectations

Projects are located throughout the U.S. Travel is on a rotational basis: 3 weeks onsite, home for a weekend and then back onsite for another 3 weeks. Travel, mobilization, hotel and per diem costs are paid by GHD.

Performance Responsibilities

• Operate medium equipment at high caliber of quality
• Safely operates equipment with the ability to achieve daily production goals
• Conducts daily maintenance checks of all operated equipment and vehicles
• Provides physical labor with hand tools, power tools, etc. when vital
• Read, interpret and construct according to engineered drawings/ plans.
• Assists Superintendent and foreperson in ensuring that the final product is of the upmost and highest possible quality, both structurally and aesthetically.
• Completes all required quarterly and yearly Safety Reporting Forms (STEPs, UA/UC/SW)

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years in operating a variety of medium size equipment, i.e. skid steer, fork lifts, tele-handlers, personnel lifts, farm style tractor
• Qualified in the basic operation of equipment (e.g. dozer, loader, excavator, roller/compactor, grader, Marsh Master) some of it in a production scenario.
• Ability to read/ use tape measures, transit/levels, etc.

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.

1. This position does not provide visa sponsorship.