General Laborer-Asphalt Plant

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Construction Laborer to perform duties on construction/paving projects and assist with various tasks as demands require. The role involves safety-focused work, material handling, and occasional power tool use.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and some construction experience, with a willingness to travel and work nights or weekends as needed. Reliable transportation and PPE usage are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of materials, methods and tools used in construction.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Willingness to work in a team and follow safety procedures.
• Must be 18 years or older and able to pass pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment by following safety policies and OSHA/MSHA rules.
• Assist crew with shoveling, raking, and material handling for paving tasks.
• Signal equipment operators to aid alignment and material placement.
• Follow Foreman directions on daily tasks and project specifics.
• May operate small power tools such as a jack hammer as needed.
• Digs, levels, lifts, and moves construction materials and tools.
• Set up, move, and dismantle signs, barricades, and traffic controls.
• Attend work as scheduled and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Reading & writing

Mathematical basics

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

The Construction Laborer position is responsible for performing various duties on construction and/or paving projects. The employee will generally work in utility capacity by transferring from one task to another where demands are required. The career field for “Construction Laborer” includes, but may not be limited to, the following positions: Laborer, General Laborer, and Paving Laborer.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Assist construction/paving crew with various duties such as; shoveling and raking, running wheelbarrow, safely backing/dumping trucks into paver.
• Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and materials with shovel.
• Follow direction of Foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite.
• May be called upon to run small power tools such as jack hammer.
• Digs, spreads, and levels construction materials.
• Lifts, carries and holds material, tools and supplies.
• Assists in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Education/Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Degree GED is preferred.
• Previous related experience in the construction field.

  Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must maintain current driver’s license that meets state requirements and have reliable transportation.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

• Possess a valid driver's license.

• Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction and paving.
• Ability to read, write and do basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.

  Physical Requirements

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hand and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move any where up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock or burn.
• The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be loud, but is typically moderate.