Guardrail Skilled Laborer-$23-28hr

Curtis Contracting Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

401K Program

Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Paid Leave

Job summary

Curtis Contracting, Inc. is hiring a Skilled Laborer in the Guardrail Division to support traffic control, concrete prep, and guardrail installation at various construction sites.

Work is outdoors in all weather with safety as a priority, and you will perform duties under supervision, including operating small equipment and lifting up to 75 pounds. The position emphasizes safety compliance with OSHA standards, teamwork, and reliable following of written and verbal instructions to maintain

Qualifications

• Knowledge of traffic control techniques.
• Experience operating light/heavy equipment.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety rules.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform traffic control duties.
• Prepare concrete and install guardrails.
• Operate small construction equipment as needed.
• Work outdoors at construction sites and facilities.
• Adhere to safety regulations and procedures.

Skills

Traffic control

Heavy equipment operation

OSHA safety rules

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Following instructions

Tools

Mini excavators

Skid steers

Front end loaders

Small tools

Job description

Job Description/Summary

This Skilled Laborer position is held within the Guardrail Division of Curtis Contracting, Inc. Under close supervision, a skilled laborer performs traffic control duties, concrete preparation, and guardrail installation duties including all safety regulations and procedures. Work is performed outdoors at construction sites, maintenance facilities and outside environments with exposure to inclement weather. Moderate physical demands; strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to seventy-five (75) pounds.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• Knowledge and practical application to operate mini excavators, skid steers, front end loaders and familiar with some aspects of heavy equipment operation.
• Techniques of traffic control.
• OSHA safety rules and regulations, and safety standards in hazardous traffic environments.
• Federal and state safety laws and regulations.
• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of small construction equipment as well as miscellaneous hand held tools according to standard operating and safety procedures.
• Following safe work practices.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers.
• Following verbal and written instructions.

Benefits

• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401K Program
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Leave

Curtis Contracting, Inc. (CCI) is a Class "A" contractor prequalified with VDOT and has been in business since 1985. The company is organized into multiple divisions, including Civil, Heavy Highway, Road & Bridge Maintenance, and Federal.

Curtis Contracting, Inc. was founded on the principles of ethics, partnering, quality, integrity, safety, and environmental stewardship. These values continue to guide our leadership team and daily operations. We hope you will consider joining our team.

Curtis Contracting, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.