General Laborer

Allen Construction; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking a General Laborer to perform a variety of manual tasks on job sites and at other locations as needed. You will assist foremen, prepare surfaces, dig and backfill, and help with material handling while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, English communication, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. Physical stamina and a team-oriented mindset are essential aspects of daily duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to communicate in English with clients and team.
• Able to perform physically demanding outdoor work.
• Basic understanding of construction practices.
• Knowledge of tools, techniques, equipment, and materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces prior to beginning of work.
• Provide assistance to foreman and carpenters.
• Dig and backfill.
• Maintain a clean job site.
• Move materials and prepare job site.
• Follow established safety rules and maintain a safe environment.
• Respond to calls and requests promptly.
• Attend meetings as requested.
• Assist trades as needed.

Skills

English communication

Physical stamina

Reading and writing

Construction knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Construction equipment

Safety protocols

Job description

POSITION TITLE: General Labor
PRIMARY PLACE OF WORK: Job sites and other locations as needed
SUMMARY: Performs a variety of tasks involving manual labor. Lays building materials, perform physical tasks, maintains job site clean and provides support to in-house trades.
REPORTS TO: Labor Foreman and on-site supervisor for day-to-day direction.
STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS: Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees, and/or clients.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma or GED
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English with clients, colleagues, and subcontractors/laborers to their understanding
• Able to provide legible written and verbal communication
• Possess a basic understanding of commercial and residential construction practices
• Knowledge of related tools, techniques, equipment, and materials
• Able to see details at close range (within a few feet)
• Demonstrate experience and passion for client satisfaction
• Able to perform physically demanding work both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions

DESIRABLE

• Two (2) years progressive construction labor experience, preferably in upscale/luxury construction
• Ability to communicate in a second language, preferably Spanish
• Able to enforce Allen Construction standards, policies, and procedures
• Able to prioritize and organize work assignments and follow-up as necessary to meet deadline and achieve desired results
• Able to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Be a clear thinker and analyze and resolve problems while exercising good judgment
• Able to interact positively with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, laborers, and others
• Able to exert physical effort in carrying out daily duties
• Able to ensure security and confidentiality of client and company information
• Able to work without direct supervision
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (95%) E

• Prepare surfaces prior to beginning of work
• Provide assistance to foreman and carpenters
• Dig and backfill
• Maintain clean job site by sweeping and removing debris and trash
• Install protective measures such as plastic on furniture, doors, and windows.
• Move materials and prepare job site
• Participate in demolitions
• Perform minor rough carpentry
• Use a variety of hand tools to cut and shape materials
• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment
• Use safety equipment

Additional Duties (5%) M

• Respond to all phone calls and personal requests promptly
• Attend meetings as requested
• Assist trades as needed

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to work in extreme outside weather conditions, including rain and extreme heat, near moving mechanical parts, and occasional exposure to wet, humid, and/or cold conditions and vibration.
Also must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, sit, squat, turn, bend, walk, operate telephone, see, speak, hear, write, and lift up to 70 pounds.