General Laborer

RQ Construction, LLC; Ponce (PR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated General Laborer/Concrete to join their team in Ponce, Puerto Rico. This role involves engaging in physical labor, basic carpentry, and operating power tools at construction sites. With a commitment to employee growth, the company provides on-the-job training and certifications tailored to project needs, ensuring safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates will have experience in carpentry and a passion for construction work, contributing to a dynamic team environment. If you are ready to build your career in a supportive setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefit Package

On-the-job training

Safety certifications

Qualifications

• Preferred minimum education: High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of carpentry experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical labor and basic carpentry at construction sites.
• Assist other craft workers and clean up job sites.

Skills

Carpentry

Physical Labor

Safety Practices

Power Tool Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Manlift

OSHA Training

Job description

We are seeking a General Laborer/Concrete to join our team located at Ponce, Puerto Rico. This position is responsible for performing tasks that involve physical labor and basic carpentry at a construction site using hand and power tools of all types. This position may also assist other craft workers in their duties, while also cleaning and preparing sites, cleaning up rubble and debris, and removing other non-hazardous waste materials. In addition, this position may operate one or several types of power construction equipment. This is all to be done using the appropriate equipment and implementing the required safety practices in support of RQ's Mission, Vision, and Values. RQ Construction believes in the growth and development of our employees, so on the job training and certifications are provided per the project's needs for safety, equipment operations, etc.

Pay: 16.50-18.50 P/H, Comprehensive Benefit Package

Qualifications Are As Follows

• A high school diploma or GED is the preferred minimum formal education for this position.
• One or more years of experience with carpentry required (can be a combination of rough, finish carpentry).
• One or more years (or equivalent) field or trade work experience in commercial construction required; government, military, or large commercial construction experience preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred; Specific training or certificates in the following preferred:
• Forklift/Manlift training and certificate
• Fall protection training
• OSHA 10-hour

All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Construction