Construction Laborer

Sherwood Companies; Hays (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a dedicated individual for heavy highway construction. The role involves operating machinery safely, following safety protocols, and collaborating with teams on various tasks. Candidates should possess mechanical knowledge and strong communication skills. This position offers benefits including paid time off and health insurance.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident and Cancer Insurance

Short-term and Long-term disability

401(k) with match

Yearly boot reimbursement

Qualifications

• High School or better preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate safely in heavy highway construction.
• Follow safety policies and maintain jobsite cleanliness.
• Work with hand tools and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Work Standards

Education

High School

Tools

Mechanical knowledge

Mathematics

Job description

Wildcat Construction Co., Inc.
Hays, KS, USA

Description

Wildcat has the ability to self-perform many types of civil construction including earthwork and site prep, concrete and asphalt paving, civil and structural concrete, rock excavation, piling and sheet piling, sub-grade stabilization, and water/waste-water treatment facilities. We also have a tremendous amount of experience with all underground utilities including sanitary sewer, water, storm sewer, and main electrical distribution.

The Sherwood Companies have a proven track record of completing a variety of projects from General Construction, to Construction Management and Design Build Projects for both public and private owners. A brief summary of the types of projects include, urban expressways, bridges, underground utilities, dam construction, asphalt/concrete paving and water/wastewater treatment plants.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, performs safe and efficient duties necessary in the heavy highway construction industry. The incumbent will need to operate in a safe and efficient manner following all personal protective equipment (PPE) and process requirements. Must be able to travel from jobsite to jobsite.

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident and Cancer Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• 401(k) with match
• Yearly boot reimbursement

ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE

• Follow all company safety policies and practices
• Ability tofollow instructions
• Work as a member of a team
• Work with all crews doing the necessary tasks to complete a job
• Work with hand tools and other equipment necessary to complete a task
• Ensure and maintain work quality
• Maintain jobsite cleanliness and organization
• Move materials of various types and weights
• Preserve and maintain work being done, as well as, completed work
• Apply improved work procedures to ensure safety and efficiency of operations
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Capable of working outdoors in adverse weather conditions.

INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR COMPETENCIES

• Work Standards
• Initiating Action
• Contributing to Team Success
• Managing Work (Time Management)
• Communication

CERTIFICATION/OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools
• Mathematics
• Extent flexibility
• Near vision

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
• Ability to effectively verbally communicate
• Ability to stand, sit, stoop, bend, walk and lift heavy objects (50 lbs)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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