Construction Laborer - AUS

Royal Electric Company; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Job summary

Royal Electric Company is hiring Laborers for infrastructure projects in Austin, TX, including work at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The role involves underground utility exposure, concrete work, and assisting skilled trades.

You must be safety-conscious, physically capable of lifting up to 75 lbs, and able to read and follow written instructions. OSHA 10 certification is a plus, and a HS Diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of general laborer experience in construction.
• Experience with airfield, underground utilities, or civil work is a plus.
• Basic understanding of construction principles and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and safety awareness.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Experience reading/writing instructions and basic math.
• HS Diploma or GED equivalent.
• OSHA 10 certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Mobilize and demobilize jobsite operations and equipment.
• Assist electricians and other trades with underground utility placement.
• Perform concrete work including pours and form work.
• Perform general labor tasks: shoveling, trenching, grading, lifting, and material handling.
• Maintain and operate tools and company vehicles with care.
• Backfill trenches and assist with hand digging as directed.

Skills

General labor

Airfield experience

Underground utilities

Communication skills

Physical fitness

OSHA 10

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Duct banks

Conduit

Concrete forming

Job description

Join Team Royal!

Why Royal? At Royal Electric Company we provide expert electrical design, construction, and service with builders, contractors and facility owners who value relationships, trust, expertise, and a commitment to each other towards achieving exceptional results. We believe in transforming the culture of construction, creating a space where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to support initiatives like "Breaking Barriers," showcasing the incredible contributions of women in our industry. Breaking Barriers: Women At Work Episode 1

We are able to sustain this through our linking values of expertise, collaboration, integrity, passion, and loyalty. These values support our core purpose; to build great relationships, one project at a time!

We believe in taking care of our team. From comprehensive wellness programs to continuous learning opportunities, we invest in your growth and well-being.

One Royal Culture Short Story

We have current openings for Laborers for our infrastructure projects in Austin, TX in the airfield at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

The Laborer plays a key role working with and alongside other skilled trades working on underground excavation for underground utilities pipe installation.

Success in the position is achieved through the following duties & responsibilities:

• Mobilization and demobilization of the jobsite; set-up, break down, staging, clean up, etc.
• Assisting electricians and operating engineers in the placement of underground utilities
• Perform concrete work including pours and form work.
• Perform basic general labor procedures such as shoveling, trenching, grading, cribbing, lifting and carrying heavy materials, loading and unloading trucks
• Operate and maintain good care of tools and company vehicles
• Assist other crew members, operators, and other skilled labor when needed
• Backfill trenches and pits, hand dig, use of shovels
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by the supervisor

Who you are:

• Safety Oriented - You are dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment, ensuring that both you and your team adhere to safety protocols on the jobsite
• Focused - The small things matter to you. You bring a keen attention to detail.
• Relationship Builder - You work to build trust and relationships at all levels, cultivating collaboration, shared success, and mutual respect
• Critical Thinker - You're willing to be innovative, challenge yourself, and try new things.
• Deadline Driven - You're prepared to put extra effort when it's needed to meet the deadlines that are critical to this industry.

Requirements

• 2+ years of general experience as a laborer in the construction industry
  • Experience with airfield, underground utilities, or civil a plus
• Basic understanding of construction principles and procedures
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be able to lift up to 75lbs
• Must have experience working with duct banks and conduit
• Experience working with concrete pouring/forming a plus
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
• While performing the duties of this job, employees must be able to regularly sit or stand, movement to include, but not limited to, walking, bending, reaching above/below shoulder, crouching, carrying, pushing

Special Considerations:

• Must be eligible to drive and operate Royal Electric vehicles
• Must be eligible to pass airport badging process
• OSHA 10 Certification

Pay Rate Considerations:

• Based on experience $25/hour
  • This is a non-exempt role.

Royal is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Royal are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We utilize E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. E-Verify Link: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Royal Electric is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

We promote a drug free workplace.

Benefits

Health

• Health Care Plan (3 types of Medical plans, Discounted Dental & Orthodontist services for adults & children, Premium Vision Plan)
• Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k, Roth 401k).
• $50k Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays)
• Family Leave FMLA (Maternity & Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts: Healthcare, Dependent care (Daycare children & elderly - work related), & Transit
• Pharmacy discounts
• Kisx Card (Surgery & Imaging Program)
• Opportunity for tuition reimbursement

Wellness Resources

• Free telehealth
• Health Joy App
• Free peer coach support - (mental health, stress management, substance use, and suicidal ideation)
• CancerCARE 1:1 Consulting and support with expert medical team
• Employee Assistance Support
• Hearing Aid discount plan
• Laser VisionCare discount plan

Learning & Development

• Safety training: Getting Everyone Home Safely
• Professional & Leadership Development Training
• Skill Development Training
• Mentorship Program
• On-The-Job & Classroom Training

Employee Referral Program: We value referrals from our employees! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this role, please refer them through our company's referral program. Successful referrals can earn you an incentive!