Field Laborer II - Construction & Maintenance

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Flood Control District in Houston seeks a Laborer II to perform physical labor at construction sites, operating small engines, power tools, and hand tools to maintain channels and bayous within Harris County.

Responsibilities include concrete surface prep, form work, rebar placement, equipment operation, debris removal, traffic control, and outdoor site maintenance. Regular full-time hours (40/week); salary discussed at interview. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of laborer experience preferred.
• Must be able to read and understand written instructions (maps, policies, procedures).

Responsibilities

• Perform manual work and prepare surfaces; mix concrete for pours.
• Maintain and prepare construction sites; ensure hazard-free work areas.
• Assist with forms, rebar, concrete pouring/finishing, and manhole work.
• Operate small engines, power tools, and hand tools for channel/bayou maintenance.
• Site cleanup, equipment loading/unloading, and inventory of tools.

Skills

Manual labor

Reading comprehension

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Harris County Flood Control District in Houston seeks a Laborer II to perform physical labor at construction sites, operating small engines, power tools, and hand tools to maintain channels and bayous within Harris County.

Responsibilities include concrete surface prep, form work, rebar placement, equipment operation, debris removal, traffic control, and outdoor site maintenance. Regular full-time hours (40/week); salary discussed at interview. Equal opportunity employer.