Construction Laborer - Grade & Paving Crew

Primoris Services Corporation

Michigan

On-site

USD 38,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) w/employer match

Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Primoris Services Corporation is seeking a versatile construction laborer to support grading, concrete, and site preparation across industrial projects in Michigan. You will follow supervisor instructions, work safely, and contribute to meeting grade and material handling requirements on demanding outdoor sites.

Candidates should be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, standing long periods, and thriving in a team setting.

Qualifications

Some industrial/construction/general labor experience.
Post‑offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation.
New Hire Orientation Quiz.
Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace.
Job site safety requirements as required by the client (clean shaven, long sleeves, steel‑toe boots, etc.).
Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.).

Responsibilities

Report to and assist immediate supervisor.
Perform quality work as determined by project specifications.
Accountable for all tools and materials at the end of your shift.
Must work well as part of a team.
Measure distance from grade stakes.
Drive stakes.
Stretch tight line.
Grade stacks from lumber for reuse.
Level earth to fine grade specifications with shovel to assist in pipe laying, and preparing sub grades and other excavations.
Direct other laborers in dumping concrete into forms.
Erect shoring and braces and paint pipe joints with sealing compound.
Assist in setting pumps and setting well‑points.
May assist heavy construction equipment operator in aligning and moving equipment such as cranes, power shovels and backhoes, verifying grades and signaling operators to adjust machines to conform to grade specifications.
Direct truck drivers and scraper operators to dumping positions to maintain grades as directed by Grading Foreman or Dumping Foreman.
Work in a concrete paving crew, adding to or removing concrete from in front of concrete finishing machines so that correct grade will be met.
Occasionally use small power tools.
May work as lead man in a labor crew.
Will usually exercise considerable independent judgment to plan work of a routine nature; accepts responsibility for several phases and expedites that work without having to be told or be explained the procedure for performing duties.
Other related duties as required.
Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.
Must be able to pass physical examination, pre‑employment if necessary, and as required by the company.
Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).
Able to carry 50 lbs. of tool and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.).
Must be clean shaven and able to work while wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment, when required.