Construction Laborer

Morgan Corp.; Harlem (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Winter shutdown (paid)

Job summary

Morgan Corp. is seeking a dependable construction laborer to support heavy civil projects in Harlem, GA.

You will assist with earthwork, utilities installation, site development, and demolition while ensuring a safe, productive work environment. Responsibilities include preparing sites, handling materials, assisting with trenching, backfilling, and equipment operations, and supporting traffic control as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in heavy civil construction preferred.
• Experience with hand and power tools preferred.
• OSHA construction safety training preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with earthwork, underground utilities, grading, demolition, and other heavy civil tasks.
• Prepare and maintain sites by removing debris and organizing materials.
• Dig trenches, excavations, and holes using hand tools.
• Backfill excavations and compact materials.
• Move, load, unload, and stage materials and equipment.
• Signal and assist operators during excavation and material placement.
• Assist with traffic control and work zone safety.
• Perform routine inspections and report unsafe conditions.
• Follow Morgan Corp. safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Collaborate with crew members to complete projects safely and on schedule.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Perform a variety of manual labor tasks to support Morgan Corp.'s heavy civil construction projects, including earthwork, underground utility installation, site development, and demolition. Works collaboratively with construction crews to maintain safe, productive job sites while assisting with daily project activities as directed.

Department: Operations

Location: Harlem, GA

Perform a variety of manual labor tasks to support Morgan Corp.'s heavy civil construction projects, including earthwork, underground utility installation, site development, and demolition. Works collaboratively with construction crews to maintain safe, productive job sites while assisting with daily project activities as directed.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions/Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist construction crews with earthwork, underground utility installation, grading, demolition, and other heavy civil construction activities.
• Prepare and maintain construction sites by removing debris, organizing materials, and eliminating potential hazards.
• Dig trenches, excavations, and holes using hand tools and other assigned equipment.
• Backfill excavations and compact materials using hand tools and powered compaction equipment.
• Load, unload, move, and stage construction materials, tools, and equipment.
• Signal and assist equipment operators during excavation, material placement, and other construction activities.
• Assist with traffic control and work zone safety as directed.
• Perform routine inspections of work areas and report unsafe conditions.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and project-specific requirements.
• Work collaboratively with crew members to complete projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Additional Duties

• Maintain assigned tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Participate in required safety meetings and training.
• Assist with general labor duties as needed.
• Extended hours, overtime, weekends, and/or night shifts may be required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous construction or heavy civil construction experience preferred.
• Experience using common construction hand and power tools preferred.
• Experience working safely around heavy equipment preferred.
• OSHA construction safety training preferred.

Other Requirements

• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• Positions must follow Morgan Corp.'s Fit-for-Duty Physical Program.
• Ability to work extended hours, overtime, weekends, and/or night shifts as project schedules require.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and other environmental conditions common to heavy civil construction.
• Strong commitment to Morgan Corp.'s safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to solve problems and adapt to changing job site conditions and limited supervision.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO, holidays, and a paid winter shutdown
• Professional development & career growth opportunities
• Supportive team environment in a respected, growing company