General Laborer

Blythe Development Co; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Blythe Development is seeking a General Laborer to support highway and heavy construction projects in the Charleston, SC area. In this hands-on role, you will perform strenuous physical labor, assist with traffic-control devices, and help keep jobsites clean and safe.

You will follow safety procedures, work with a crew, use hand and power tools, and adapt to varying locations and shifts while contributing to on-time project delivery.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform strenuous labor.
• Experience using hand and power tools safely.
• Ability to work safely in a team-oriented construction environment.
• Ability to follow supervisor instructions and safety procedures.
• Willingness to work varying schedules and locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical labor on highway and heavy construction sites.
• Prepare jobsites by clearing areas and assisting with traffic control.
• Dig and backfill trenches and assist with grading and drainage.
• Safely use hand and power tools for tasks.
• Guide equipment operators and maintain safe clearances.
• Remove rubble and keep site and tools clean.
• Follow foreman instructions and safety policies.
• Report unsafe conditions and equipment concerns.
• Work cooperatively with crew to complete tasks safely and on schedule.
• Adapt to changing project locations, schedules, and weather.

Job description

Blythe Development, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a licensed general contractor specializing in site development, road construction, and golf course construction across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. We are 100% employee-owned.

Founded in 1989 by Charlotte natives Jack and Frank Blythe, Blythe Development performs clearing, grading, storm drainage, sanitary sewer, waterline, curb and gutter, sidewalk, concrete paving, retaining walls, culverts, bridges, stone base, and asphalt paving. Blythe Brothers Asphalt Company provides our asphalt services. With more than 900 employees, we self-perform 80% of site groundwork, giving us greater control over safety, quality, schedules, and costs.

Job Overview

Blythe Development is seeking a General Laborer to support highway and heavy construction projects. In this hands-on role, you will perform strenuous physical labor, use hand and power tools, prepare and maintain jobsites, dig trenches, set excavation braces, and remove rubble, debris, and waste materials. You will also help keep the jobsite clean, organized, and secure; follow all safety and incident-reporting procedures; and promptly report problems to a supervisor.

What You'll Do

• Perform physical labor on highway and heavy construction jobsites, including lifting, carrying, loading, and unloading tools and materials.
• Prepare jobsites by clearing work areas, setting up materials, and assisting with traffic-control devices and work-zone protection as directed.
• Dig and backfill trenches, set excavation braces, and assist crews with grading, drainage, utility, concrete, and paving activities.
• Safely use hand and power tools such as shovels, rakes, brooms, compactors, saws, and other construction equipment appropriate to the task.
• Guide equipment operators from the ground, remain alert to moving vehicles and machinery, and maintain safe clearance within active work zones.
• Remove rubble, debris, and waste materials and keep the jobsite, tools, and equipment clean, organized, and secure.
• Follow the foreman's instructions, company safety policies, traffic-control procedures, and incident-reporting requirements.
• Report unsafe conditions, damaged tools, equipment concerns, and other jobsite problems to a supervisor promptly.
• Work cooperatively with the crew to complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Adapt to changing project locations, work schedules, weather conditions, and shift times.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry 50+ pounds.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor on highway and heavy construction projects.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a team-oriented construction environment.
• Ability to follow supervisor instructions, safety procedures, and incident-reporting requirements.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, shifts, and project locations.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug-Free Workplace