Construction Laborer

CRH; LaPlace (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wage and Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Job summary

CRH is seeking an experienced Craftsman/Laborer to join Barriere Construction Group in LaPlace, Louisiana. This role involves preparing utility piping, cutting and hauling materials, and ensuring safety protocols at job sites. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience in construction and must possess a TWIC card.

Enjoy competitive wages and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement savings programs. Join a company dedicated to creating value through its Culture of Care!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in the road or construction field.
• Experience in underground utility work is required.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Preparing utility pipe for crew.
• Cutting and hauling materials.
• Housekeeping at job site and checking safety protocols.

Skills

Road/construction field experience

Underground utility work experience

Ability to lift 51 pounds

Ability to read and understand directions

TWIC Card

Tools

Wheelbarrow

Hand tools

Job description

Job ID: 521334

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is the Louisiana-based infrastructure contractor of choice for our Gulf South employees and customers. For 70+ years, we have continuously created value through our Culture of Care while safely and reliably delivering quality construction projects and materials under budget and on time, every time - this is our B Guarantee. Infrastructure and heavy civil construction services include asphalt and concrete paving, site preparation, structural, mechanical, and turnkey services. Materials sales are also available for all projects including your own, from residential to industrial.

We are one of the largest asphalt producers in Louisiana with the largest asphalt plant in the state along with two others. Our award-winning Construction Group is constantly expanding the scope of its capabilities. It currently specializes in transportation, petrochemical, power, commercial, residential, and ports and rail projects.

Position Summary

We are currently searching for an experienced Craftsman/Laborer to join our Barriere Construction Group team of talented employees!

Duties

• Preparing utility pipe for crew
• Cutting materials
• Hauling materials
• Hand grading
• Checking string lines
• Housekeeping at job site
• Checking safety protocol
• Laying out job materials according to plan
• Beginning of day set-up and end of day clean-up, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions, such as cold, heat and humidity
• Employees must be able to lift 51 pounds for all physical job descriptions
• Must observe all safety protocol.

Equipment Requirements

• Able to work with a wheelbarrow
• Wacker
• Hand tools
• Any other small piece of equipment used to move concrete and pipe

Experience and Skills Required

• Minimum of 1 yr. experience in the road or construction field
• Minimum of 1 yr. experience in underground utility work
• Minimum of 1 yr. experience working outdoors in extreme weather conditions
• Be able to read and understand simple directions
• Must be able to read a tap
• Must be able to pass DISA required testing!
• MUST HAVE A TWIC CARD!

Company Benefits

• Competitive Wage and Benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flex Spending Account

Disclaimer

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, the duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may be amended at anytime as necessitated by business demands at the sole discretion of the Employer.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.