Erosion Control Laborer - Outdoor Construction & Growth

United Rentals; Farmerville (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a Laborer to handle day-to-day installation of erosion control materials in a safe, efficient manner. You will work in all weather conditions, with potential for extended site assignments and overtime.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license (preferred), and 1+ year of construction experience with strong physical stamina. Join a national leader in equipment rental and environmental solutions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license (preferred).
• 1+ year of construction experience and knowledge of safety hazards.
• Excellent physical stamina: strength, balance, mobility, dexterity and lifting heavy equipment.
• Frequent use of hand tools.
• Potentially extensive site based assignments during the week or weekends, overtime eligible.

Responsibilities

• Install erosion and sediment control devices
• Drive wood stakes into the ground with sledgehammers
• Apply grass seed, fertilizer, and lime to work areas; apply straw blanket and straw to restored ground areas
• Clean track equipment, sweep and shovel mud and debris off of construction roads and right-of-way accesses
• Install T-post and safety fencing
• Install geo-textile fabric below aggregate installations
• Load and unload construction material and tools
• Spot heavy equipment while in operation
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Physical stamina

Hand tools use

Manual dexterity

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sledgehammer

Wood stakes

Geo-textile fabric

Lime and fertilizer tools

Job description

United Rentals is seeking a Laborer to handle day-to-day installation of erosion control materials in a safe, efficient manner. You will work in all weather conditions, with potential for extended site assignments and overtime.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license (preferred), and 1+ year of construction experience with strong physical stamina. Join a national leader in equipment rental and environmental solutions.