Helper/Laborer

Zachry Group; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Helper/Laborer in Freeport, TX. In this role, you will support various manual tasks such as moving equipment and ensuring fire safety while adhering to safety regulations. Ideal candidates are physically fit and experienced with hand tools, committed to safety and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation and be able to work 7 days as needed.
• Experience using industrial hand tools and power tools is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various manual needs of the construction work.
• Use fire extinguisher and follow directions from supervisor.
• Climb on structures and perform preventative maintenance.

Skills

Basic knowledge of hand tools and power tools

Good problem-solving abilities

Good communication skills

Education

Formal/technical education

Job description

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Job Description

Position Summary

A Helper will assist with various manual needs of the construction work being performed; including but not limited to moving equipment, digging, retrieving equipment, standing by for fire safety and any other work instructed by a supervisor or journeyman.

Qualification Highlights

Must be able to meet all physical demands – see below.

Must have experience using industrial hand tools and power tools

Must have reliable transportation and be able to work 7 days as needed

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities

Position may perform a large range of manual activities including but not limited to moving equipment, digging, retrieving equipment, standing by for fire safety, and any other work instructed by a supervisor or a journeyman.

Use fire extinguisher.

Climb on to structures and Scaffolding.

Uses rigging and hoisting devices such as chokers, chain falls and come alongs to move equipment / materials into place

Conducts preventative maintenance such as lubrication and fixing or repairing worn parts.

Follows direction from supervisor

Preferred Qualifications

Former Zachry Employee.

Basic mechanical knowledge.

Experience on an industrial construction site

Formal/technical education.

Qualifications

Reports to Position

This position does not have any direct reports.

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Basic knowledge of hand tools and power tools.

Good problem-solving abilities

Good aptitude and manual dexterity

Good reading comprehension

Ability to work with others – team player

Good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors

Commitment to Zachry values and safety rules and regulations

Physical Requirements

Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.

Will talk and hear to communicate.

Must have good dexterity with hands and fingers to perform the precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls.

Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.

May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.

Will occasionally work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work off of platforms.

Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision.

Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day.

Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Construction

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