Construction Laborer | Path to Skilled Craft & Growth

MSCCN; Aurora (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hensel Phelps in North Carolina is seeking reliable Laborers to support form carpenters and concrete operations on our projects. This safety-sensitive role requires physical work on site, lifting heavy materials, and teamwork to keep the project progressing safely and efficiently.

You will prepare areas for concrete placement, assemble forms, move materials, assist finishers and masons, and help secure the jobsite at day’s end.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to take initiative and ask questions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with coworkers and stakeholders.
• Must provide own safety footwear.
• Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Must have reliable transportation and consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of areas for the placement of concrete involves final excavation of dirt and rock and fine grading for floor slabs. This work involves shoveling for extended periods of time.
• Assembly of concrete forms, laborers are required to lift form prefabricated metal form panels and assist in their placement.
• Handle the concrete bucket suspended from a crane that transfers the concrete from the concrete truck to the placement area. After the concrete is poured from the bucket, laborers muck the concrete in slabs to spread it evenly.
• After the concrete has cured, the laborers assist in stripping the concrete forms and transporting them for storage.
• Assist concrete finishers in moving power trowels and power screeds used to finish the concrete surface.
• Support of block masons installing masonry work by handling and transporting bags of cement, lime, sand, and grout. This includes stocking blocks and bricks.
• Assist carpenters in handling and setting door frames. This entails transporting the door frames from the storage area to the work areas and stacking the door frames where needed.
• Loads, unloads, and identifies building materials, machinery, and tools. Distributes site materials to the appropriate locations, according to project plans and specifications. Responsible for ensuring that all materials are properly distributed, and the site is swept and well maintained.
• Promotes a safe work environment and communicates jobsite hazards. This includes helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored.

Skills

Safety discipline

Initiative

Attention to detail

Communication

Math skills

Reliability

Attendance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hensel Phelps in North Carolina is seeking reliable Laborers to support form carpenters and concrete operations on our projects. This safety-sensitive role requires physical work on site, lifting heavy materials, and teamwork to keep the project progressing safely and efficiently.

You will prepare areas for concrete placement, assemble forms, move materials, assist finishers and masons, and help secure the jobsite at day’s end.