Construction Laborer

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

Job summary

H. P. Cummings Construction Company is seeking a Laborer in Hartford, Vermont, offering a pay range of $18-$24/hour. The job involves physical labor, operation of hand and power tools, and maintaining a clean jobsite.

Responsibilities include assisting craft workers, performing material handling, and adhering to safety protocols. Candidates should have good communication skills, be team players, and possess a valid driver's license. Experience is preferred but training is available.

Qualifications

• Prefer 1 year experience, but willing to train the right individual.
• OSHA 10 training preferred, but will provide.
• Must be able to travel to jobsite(s) within a 30-minute time.

Responsibilities

• Perform various tasks involving strenuous manual labor.
• Maintain a clean jobsite and pick up tools.
• Ensure proper safety and reporting procedures are followed.

Skills

Ability to communicate clearly with the team

Strong organization skills

Excellent time management

Ability to operate power tools

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Team player

Education

Must have a valid driver's license

Tools

Tape measure

Hammer

Utility knife

Job description

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 job site 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, brings issues to the attention of the foreman and/or superintendent
• Provides assistance to craft workers
• Operate power tools
• Able to take direction from management and/or senior craftsmen
• Maintains a positive attitude
• Provide a good work ethic and effort towards all assigned tasks
• Able to be a team player
• Willingness to learn new tasks
• Share knowledge & help train others
• Ability to communicate clearly with the team on the jobsite
• Demonstrate 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
• Work independently with minimal supervision

Other Duties

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

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.

Physical Requirements

PA: RARELY (15%) OCCASIONAL (15% - 40%) FREQUENT (40% - 70%) CONTINUOUS (Over 70%) Lifting under 40 lbs. XLifting over 40 lbs. XDusty Environment XUsing Oil or Chemicals XStanding XClimbing Ladders XClimbing Stairs XSedentary Work XOutside Work XPrecision Type Work XTyping XComputer Input XStooping XDriving XWalking XAnswering Phone XBending XReaching/Pulling/Pushing XAc... Special Comments: Pay ranges from $18-$24/hour

H.P. Cummings is an AA/EOE