General Laborer

The Lemoine Company, LLC; Ragley (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lemoine Company, LLC in Ragley, Louisiana is looking for a dependable General Laborer with storm pipe experience to support civil construction crews. The role involves installing storm drainage systems and excavation tasks, demanding physical labor in outdoor conditions.

Ideal candidates should have experience with construction, particularly with storm pipes and drainage systems. Strong safety standards and reliability are essential, along with the ability to perform various labor tasks. Join our team to contribute to important infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Previous construction labor experience is required.
• Strong preference for experience with storm pipe and drainage systems.
• Understanding of trench safety and backfill practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation of storm drainage systems.
• Prepare trenches and work areas for pipe installation.
• Check pipe joints and connections as directed.

Skills

Storm pipe installation

Excavation activities

Safety-minded

Reliable and punctual

Ability to use hand and power tools

Tools

Power tools

Compact machinery

Job description

LEMOINE, a Great Place to Work®-Certified company and ENR Top 400 Contractor, is seeking a dependable and hardworking General Laborer with storm pipe experience to join our Infrastructure Division.

The General Laborer will support civil construction crews with the installation of storm drainage systems, underground utilities, structures, and related sitework. This position requires previous hands‑on experience working around storm pipe installation, excavation activities, and heavy equipment. The ideal candidate is safety‑minded, reliable, and comfortable performing physically demanding work in an outdoor construction environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation of reinforced concrete pipe, HDPE pipe, PVC pipe, catch basins, manholes, inlets, and other storm drainage structures.
• Help prepare trenches, pipe bedding, foundations, and work areas before pipe installation.
• Assist operators and pipe crews with guiding, aligning, connecting, and securing storm pipe.
• Use hand and power tools to complete excavation, grading, cutting, compacting, and general construction activities.
• Check pipe joints, connections, elevations, and alignment as directed by the Foreman or Superintendent.
• Assist with backfilling and compacting trenches after pipe installation.
• Support dewatering activities and help maintain safe, accessible excavation areas.
• Spot heavy equipment and assist operators while materials, pipe, and structures are being moved or installed.
• Load, unload, move, and organize construction materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas by removing debris and potential safety hazards.
• Follow all excavation, trenching, confined‑space, and jobsite safety requirements.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and immediately report unsafe conditions.
• Perform additional labor‑related duties as assigned by the Foreman or Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Previous construction labor experience is required.
• Previous experience installing or working around storm pipe, drainage systems, underground utilities, catch basins, manholes, or related civil infrastructure is strongly preferred.
• Understanding of basic storm pipe installation practices, trench safety, bedding, backfill, and compaction.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, compactors, pumps, and other construction equipment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a crew in a fast‑paced construction environment.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and willing to work overtime, weekends, or extended shifts when required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are preferred.
• OSHA 10, confined‑space, excavation, or trench‑safety training is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, push, pull, and perform repetitive physical activities throughout the workday.
• Ability to work inside and around trenches, excavations, uneven surfaces, mud, and active construction equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, humidity, dust, and other changing weather conditions.
• Ability to safely wear required personal protective equipment.

Work Environment

This position is primarily performed outdoors on active civil and infrastructure construction sites. Employees may be exposed to heavy equipment, excavations, underground utilities, moving vehicles, loud noise, dust, mud, and changing weather conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Lemoine Company, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications are considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, or disability. Only job-related factors will be considered in deciding applicants' qualifications for positions.