General Laborers (Dallas, TX) - Austin Equipment Yard

Austin Industries; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with match

ESOP

Job summary

Austin Industries, a leading U.S.-based construction group, is seeking General Laborers for our equipment yard in Southwest Dallas, Texas. The role supports daily yard operations, equipment handling, and logistics, with emphasis on safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring a strong work ethic, ability to lift heavy loads, and readiness to work outdoors in varied weather. This full-time position offers benefits, ESOP, and opportunities within a large employee-owned

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or vocational training/certification.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds and perform heavy physical tasks.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily yard operations and organization of equipment yard.
• Load, unload, move, and stage construction equipment, tools, and materials.
• Clean, fuel, and prepare equipment for use, delivery, or return.
• Perform basic inspections and report equipment issues or safety concerns.
• Support mechanics and yard staff with basic tasks as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, hazard-free yard and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Physical labor

Teamwork

Safety minded

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Austin Industries is one of the nation’s largest, most diversified U.S.-based construction companies. With more than 8,000 employee‑owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction services through the expertise of our operating companies: Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial and Austin Industrial.

Our Austin Equipment Yard has an outstanding opportunity for general laborers at our equipment yard located in Southwest Dallas, Texas near Duncanville. General Laborers in the equipment yard support daily operations by assisting with the organization, maintenance, and movement of construction equipment and materials. Duties may include cleaning and preparing equipment, loading and unloading materials, performing basic inspections, assisting mechanics, maintaining a safe and orderly yard, and supporting logistics related to equipment delivery and return. This role requires physical labor, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to follow instructions in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operation and organization of the equipment yard
• Load, unload, move, and stage construction equipment, tools, and materials
• Clean, fuel, and prepare equipment for use, delivery, or return
• Perform basic visual inspections and report equipment issues or safety concerns
• Support mechanics and yard staff with basic tasks as needed
• Assist with inventory tracking, yard setup, and general labor tasks as assigned
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free yard environment
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and company guidelines
• Perform other related duties to support yard and operational needs

Qualifications

• Previous experience in construction, equipment yards, warehouses, or general labor is a plus
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials and equipment
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and awareness of surroundings to support a safe work environment
• Ability to follow safety rules, procedures, and supervisor instructions
• Must have a strong commitment to jobsite safety
• Diligent in demonstrating safe work practices

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or vocational training/certification
• Requires working indoors and outdoors at times in the rain or snow and during cold, warm, and hot temperatures

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to sit, bend, stand, walk, or squat; use hands and arms to finger, feel, reach for, handle, and/or manipulate objects.
• The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions, and ability to adjust focus (either naturally or with correction).
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Industries is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Benefits & Compensation

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned.

Austin Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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About Austin Industries

Austin Industries and its operating companies engage in almost every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction. Austin is owned entirely by its employees through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Austin Industries has a rich history. We are one of the largest and most diversified construction firms in the nation. Austin stands on the core values of Uncompromising Integrity, Employee-ownership, Exemplary Service and Excellence in Safety.

To learn more about our history, culture and operations, visit us at www.austin-ind.com.

No Third-Party Inquiries Please

This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to this Company or any of its employee-owners becomes the property of the Company.

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