Excavation Laborer

Forgen LLC; Donaldsonville (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil construction company located in Donaldsonville, Louisiana is seeking a dedicated Construction Laborer. This position involves assisting with excavation, operating equipment, and maintaining safety protocols in a challenging work environment. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma or GED, with varying experience levels acceptable. The role requires physical labor and compliance with safety training. Join a team culture that emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and excellence in execution.

Qualifications

• Zero plus years of construction laborer experience for Laborer 1
• Two plus years of construction laborer experience for Laborer 2
• Five plus years of construction laborer experience for Laborer 3

Responsibilities

• Assist with excavation and hand excavation of contaminated soils.
• Operate manual and mechanical equipment.
• Read and comply with safety plans and training manuals.
• Willing to work extended hours.
• Perform general construction tasks as directed.

Skills

Laborer experience

Safety training compliance

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Team player

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Job description

Forgen is dedicated to building a better future - for generations.

Position Summary

Forgen Overview
Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, and smart work.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in a drug-free workplace environment with a random drug testing program.
• Responsible for driving a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance.
• Assist with excavation and/or hand excavation of contaminated soils.
• Perform numerous manual duties, including: the operation of both manual and mechanical clearing equipment, operate power washer, direct traffic, general housekeeping, fuel equipment and other general construction tasks.
• Read and comply with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) which accompany all chemicals present at the hazardous waste site.
• Execute tasks from detailed written and oral instructions.
• Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Read and comply with safety plans, rules, maintenance instructions, training manuals, MSDS’s, warning tags, traffic signs, and procedure manuals.
• Willing to work extended hours.
• Team player who can work independently.
• Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• The following years of experience is required:
  • Laborer 1: Zero plus year of construction laborer experience.
  • Laborer 2: Two plus years of construction laborer experience.
  • Laborer 3: Five plus years of construction laborer experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• The following safety training is preferred, but not mandatory. Company will provide additional training, as necessary.
  • 40 Hour HAZWOPER training.
  • Competent Person Safety Training
  • 8-Hour Supervisory Training
  • 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
  • First Aid and CPR

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites, climbing in and out of equipment, and working in confined spaces or at heights. Work conditions and demands may vary, with possible exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather. Proper PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots, is required. Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities, except where they pose a direct safety risk

Forgen is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibit s discrimination based on any legally protected status.

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