Construction Laborer: Hands-On Field Work & Skill-Building

King Asphalt Inc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in North Carolina is seeking dedicated individuals to assist in various laborious tasks involving tools and equipment. Candidates should be prepared to follow safety rules and maintain a clean work environment. This role involves physical activity and the operation of small machinery. An equal opportunity employer encourages diverse applicants.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform various laborious tasks using hand and power tools.
• Ability to handle construction materials safely.
• Willingness to learn new skills and follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparatory work for different trades.
• Perform labor-intensive tasks and operate small equipment.
• Keep work area and tools clean and orderly.

Job description

PURPOSE: To assist in the preparatory and laborious work associated with the different departmental trades; pipe, asphalt, grading, curb and gutter, structures, traffic control, etc.

JOB DUTIES:

The ability to perform various laborious tasks requiring the use of hand, power or mechanical tools, I.E.; shovel, rake, pick hammer, tamp, saw, and other tools of the trade.

The ability to perform various laborious tasks requiring the handling of various construction materials, I.E.; rip, rap, fencing, pipe, concrete, asphalt, stone, traffic control devices, etc.

Follow all safety rules and keep work area and tools in clean and orderly condition.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Occasional operation of small equipment such as skid steers, mini excavators, rollers and/or backhoe.

Can periodically relieve equipment operator for breaks, and/or assist with equipment moves on jobsite.

Demonstrate the ability to receive task training and willingness to learn new skills.

Understands the correct and safe start up and shutdown procedures of small equipment.

Operate small motor equipment, like generators, pumps and traffic control signs board devices.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Position requires the ability to climb, to grasp, to push and pull, to bend at the waist, to walk and stand for long periods of time and to lift up to 50 pounds. Position requires the ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word and receive detailed information through oral communications.

King Asphalt, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.