Construction Laborer

Consigli Construction Co., Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established construction company recognized as a top employer, where you can grow your skills and contribute to exciting projects. As a Construction Laborer, you will play a vital role in maintaining safe and efficient job sites while working alongside skilled professionals. This position offers the opportunity to engage in diverse tasks, from loading materials to operating tools, all while adhering to strict safety protocols. With a commitment to employee empowerment and a culture of innovation, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the construction industry. If you're reliable, hardworking, and eager to learn, this could be your next great opportunity!

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in construction required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Unload/load materials and assist other construction workers.
• Maintain a safe and clean job site, following all safety protocols.
• Operate various hand and power tools as directed.

Skills

Construction Experience

Safety Protocols

Ability to Lift 50 Pounds

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Forklifts

Skid Loaders

Job description

Construction Laborer
Consigli Construction Co., Inc.

Interested in an outstanding opportunity to become part of a team with a stellar reputation as a community engaged Employer of Choice?
Established in 1905, Consigli has grown over the last 100 years from a local fourth generation family business into one of the largest construction managers and general contractors in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. In 2018, we transitioned to 100-percent employee-ownership.
Nationally ranked as one of Forbes 2021 and 2022 Best Midsize employers and as one of the Best Places to Work by the Boston Globe, the Hartford Business Journal, and MaineBiz, our culture draws raw talent from college interns to seasoned veterans with substantial years of experience in their field. We credit empowerment, innovation and “thinking great” for our continual growth and success. Most important, we are thankful for our employees and are proud to have one of the most exciting project portfolios in the business.

Construction Laborer
Laborers make repairs and conduct maintenance of a construction site including keeping the building safe and clean, debris removal and other tasks as assigned. Directly reporting to the Labor Foreman/Project Manager this position is expected to adhere, maintain and ensure all safety protocols are followed while performing duties.

Essential Functions

• Unload and load materials, read plans and specifications, tend machines, and assist carpenters, operating engineers, and other construction site workers.
• Clean and prepare construction sites as needed, including assisting in erecting/dismantling scaffolding, removing and properly disposing of debris and waste materials.
• Maintain a safe and clean job site by handling materials and storing them properly, picking up and removing all tools and equipment when not in use, and securing the job site on a daily basis.
• Load and unload construction supplies from trucks both manually and with the use of equipment.
• Work with blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
• Work with materials such as wood, plastic, fiberglass, or drywall.
• Work on top of stilts, ladders, and the top beams of buildings.
• Check work regularly to ensure it's up to code and specifications.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools, including drills, demo saw, forklifts, skid loaders, chisels, sanders, hoists and other tools as directed by management.
• Shovel materials to and from construction areas, including asphalt, concrete, dirt and snow.
• Follow all safety procedures on the job site and report violations immediately to management.
• Report incidents immediately to safety director, foreman or HR in accordance with incident reporting procedures established by the company.

Core Competencies

• 1+ years of experience in construction.
• Must work quickly, productively and safely without error and consistently meet the production goals set by the Foreman, Superintendent or Project Manager.
• Willing and able to follow instructions from supervisors and comply with all company safety and personnel policies/protocols.
• Must be willing to travel to all job sites with valid driver’s license/dependable transportation.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift minimum of 50 pounds.
• Major attributes of this position are reliability, punctuality (must show up on time) and professionalism; ability to work overtime as needed.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
Consigli provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.