General Laborer II

brownandrootexternal; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D

FSA

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services is seeking a construction laborer to prep sites, perform concrete-related tasks, and support daily operations. You will operate tools such as jackhammers, drills, and cement mixers, and assist in forming, pouring, and finishing concrete.

The role requires following plans, maintaining safety standards, and coordinating with equipment operators to keep projects on schedule. A strong work ethic and ability to work on site are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with concrete work and hand tools.
• Ability to read plans and drawings and follow specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate jackhammers and drills to break concrete or pavement.
• Join, align and seal structural components and pipes.
• Mix, pour, and spread concrete with mixers and finishing tools.
• Signal equipment operators to coordinate moves and alignment.
• Finish fresh concrete with floats, trowels, and screeds.
• Maintain and operate pumps, compressors, and generators as needed.
• Read and interpret plans and project specifications to guide work.
• Observe safety rules and maintain a clean, hazard-free site.

Skills

Plan work

Read plans

Interpret specifications

Operate equipment safely

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Jackhammers

Drills

Cement mixers

Trowels

Pneumatic tampers

Job description

SUMMARY

Prepares site for daily work, performs all housekeeping and duties necessary for daily activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate jackhammers and drills to break up concrete or pavement
• Position, join, align and seal structural components, such as concrete wall sections and pipes
• Shovel cement and other materials into portable cement mixers: and mix, pour, and spread concrete
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials
• Smooth and finish freshly poured cement or concrete, using floats, trowels, screeds, or powered cement finishing tools
• Tend to machines that pump concrete, grout, and sand
• Tend to pumps, compressors, and generators to provide power for tools, machinery, and equipment, or to heat and move materials such as asphalt
• Lubricate, clean and repair machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Operate, read, and maintain air monitoring and other sampling devices in confined and/or hazardous environments.
• Assisting build and positioning forms for pouring concrete, and dismantle forms after use, using saws, hammers, nails, or bolts.
• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards, while following all waste handling guidelines.
• Control traffic passing near, in, and around work zones.
• Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, and compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, and rakes.
• Erect and disassemble scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps and other temporary structures.
• Load, unload, and identify building materials, machinery, and tools, and distribute them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans and specifications.
• Act as a Watch when welding or metal cutting is performed by craft workers.
• Read and interpret plans, instructions, and specifications to determine work activities
• Expedites materials and equipment to work locations and sets up work sites.
• Completes records, maintains tools and equipment, and performs various janitorial activities.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment. Performs other duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Plan work and select proper tools.
• Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
• Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
• Work at heights without fear.

QUALIFICATIONS

May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Strength:

a. Standing 70%
Walking 20%
Sitting 10%

b. Lifting 50 lb.
Carrying 50 lb.
Pushing 70 ft-lb.
Pulling 70 ft-lb.

2. Climbing F
Balancing F

3. Stooping F
Kneeling O
Crouching F
Crawling O
Reaching C
Handling C
Fingering F

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

NP Not Present
O Occasionally (0-33%)
F Frequently (34-66%)
C Constantly (67-100%)

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

BENEFITS

Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.