General Laborer

Prince; Dade City (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Florida is hiring for a manual labor position that requires performing various tasks in heavy construction projects. Responsibilities include preparing surfaces for paving, excavating ditches, and maintaining safety on job sites. Candidates must be able to work outdoors in extreme weather and handle heavy materials. This position offers an opportunity for individuals who enjoy strenuous work and are committed to safety in a busy construction environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work eight (8) to ten (10) hours outdoors in all weather.
• Must possess manual dexterity to handle and carry construction materials.
• Strong understanding of safety and incident reporting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor.
• Assist in construction tasks including paving, excavation, and material handling.
• Maintain a clean job site to eliminate potential hazards.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Communication

Ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions

Safety awareness

Tools

Generators

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

• Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in heavy/highway construction projects
• Perform manual work in preparing surfaces for paving
• Shovel bituminous concrete (asphalt) into construction area
• Fine grade fill to grades as instructed by foreman
• Assist in patching asphalt with hot and cold mix
• Excavate and fill trenches and ditches
• Maintain a clean job site. Pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards.
• Material handling and storage
• Load and unload trucks and haul and hoist materials
• Assist other craft workers
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. Report issues to the Foreman, Safety Supervisor or Safety Manager.
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site foremen, supervisors and fellow employees
• Must be able to work eight (8) to ten (10) hours per day, performing work outdoors in all types of weather, including extreme heat
• Job requires standing, kneeling, lifting up to sixty pounds, pulling, squatting and walking.
• Must possess manual dexterity to handle and carry generators, lumber, forms, power and hand tools, and other types of construction materials.
• Maintain constant awareness of the jobsite’s various concurrent activities, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
• Willingness and ability to perform manual work.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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