Construction Laborer — Hands-On Site Support

Kiewit; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an entry-level Construction Laborer to assist skilled craft workers at construction sites. The role requires performing physically demanding tasks and may involve outdoor work, with emphasis on safety and adherence to jobsite rules.

Candidates should be capable of understanding and following written and oral instructions, using hand and power tools, and communicating effectively with supervision. Overtime, night, and weekend work may be required.

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

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an entry-level Construction Laborer to assist skilled craft workers at construction sites. The role requires performing physically demanding tasks and may involve outdoor work, with emphasis on safety and adherence to jobsite rules.

Candidates should be capable of understanding and following written and oral instructions, using hand and power tools, and communicating effectively with supervision. Overtime, night, and weekend work may be required.