Construction Laborer: Entry-Level Craft Assistant

TIC - The Industrial Company; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

TIC - The Industrial Company in Virginia seeks an entry-level construction assistant to support skilled craft workers on a variety of tasks at job sites.

You will learn to read safety rules, follow instructions from superintendents, keep work areas clean, and use hand and power tools with care, always prioritizing safety.

This role requires physical readiness, outdoor work in all weather, occasional overtime, and a commitment to quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist craftsman in setting up work as required.
• Follow instructions given by superintendents, foreman and other experienced crew.
• Perform all required duties with the first focus on safety.
• Responsible for keeping work areas clean and in orderly conditions.
• Read and understand warning signs, operating instructions for equipment, jobsite safety rules and jobsite policies.
• Learn to observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards.

Skills

Follow written and oral instructions

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

TIC - The Industrial Company in Virginia seeks an entry-level construction assistant to support skilled craft workers on a variety of tasks at job sites.

You will learn to read safety rules, follow instructions from superintendents, keep work areas clean, and use hand and power tools with care, always prioritizing safety.

This role requires physical readiness, outdoor work in all weather, occasional overtime, and a commitment to quality workmanship.