Construction Specialist - Class A CDL

Glass Roots Construction, LLC; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Glass Roots Construction, Reno, NV, seeks a Construction Specialist with a CDL to join our early-stage growth team. You will report to the Construction Manager and support site operations with a variety of hands-on tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a CDL A license and at least 1 year of commercial driving or heavy equipment experience, plus willingness to travel and be on-call as needed. Night/weekend shifts may apply as required.

Qualifications

• CDL A license required.
• 1 year experience driving commercially and/or operating heavy equipment.
• On-call and weekend availability; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general laborer duties and support on construction sites.
• Operate various equipment, hand and power tools.
• Prepare ground trenches for pipes and utility lines.
• Remove, fill or compact earth as needed.
• Signal equipment operators to ensure alignment and safety.
• Set up and clean the job site area.
• Load and unload tools, materials and equipment.
• Participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) prior to starting work.
• Set up safety perimeter with signage, cones and barriers; may flag traffic.
• May work overtime, after hours, weekends, or be on-call as needed.
• Drive heavy equipment / hauling materials.

Skills

CDL A

Heavy equipment operation

On-call / weekend availability

Travel required

Job description

The Opportunity

We are looking for a skilled Construction Specialist with a CDL based in the Reno. NV area. This position will report to the Construction Manager and offers an opportunity to join a strong, collaborative team at an early stage of growth, gain valuable experience, and contribute to the continued expansion of GRC.

Responsibilities

• Construction Specialist with CDL A is responsible for general laborer duties and support on construction sites
• Use various equipment, hand and power tools
• Prepare ground trenches for pipes and utility lines
• Remove, fill or compact earth
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade and utility safety standards
• Responsible for the site set-up and clean-up
• Load and unload tools, materials and equipment on truck
• Will be involved in new site Job Safety Analysis - JSA prior to starting construction
• Setting up safety perimeter using signage, cones and safety barriers and at times flagging traffic
• May be required to work overtime; after hours; on weekends, for emergencies or be on-call as work is needed to ensure work is completed
• Ability to follow instructions
• Driving heavy equipment/hauling materials

Required Qualifications

• CDL A License
• Commercial driving and/or heavy equipment operation - 1 year experience
• On-call and weekend availability
• Travel is Required

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction: 1 year
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Understanding of basic utility construction processes and terminology a plus

Additional Information

Hourly Range: $26 - $30 Hourly, based on experience

Schedule: Day Shift: Monday - Friday & Night Shift: Sunday - Thursday

Travel Requirements: 100%

Role Openings: 4

Target Start Date: 2-3 weeks from offer

Interview Process

1. Recruiter Screen
2. Hiring Manager Interview
3. Final Interview
4. Conditional offer upon successful background check

Equal Opportunity Employer

Glass Roots Construction (GRC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodation

Glass Roots Construction (GRC) provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to participate in the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of this job, please contact us at [e-mail].

We love building our team directly! At this time, we are only considering direct applications from candidates. We respectfully ask recruiting agencies not to reach out.