Helper, Technician, Laborer, & Multiskilled Craftsman

Harper Corp.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company dedicated to community building and trust. As a crucial member of the team, you'll engage in essential construction tasks, including pipe installation and equipment setup. This role offers the opportunity to work in diverse environments, operate various tools, and contribute to meaningful projects. The company promotes a culture of growth, teamwork, and community involvement, ensuring you have the support and resources to thrive in your career. If you're looking for a challenging yet rewarding position in the construction industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits Package

401(k)

Leadership & Skills Training

Community Involvement

Career Advancement

Mentoring

Performance Feedback

Teambuilding Events

Qualifications

• Experience in basic pipe installation and tool usage is essential.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to work in various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform underground and above-ground pipe installation and equipment setup.
• Use power tools safely and effectively for construction tasks.

Skills

Pipe Installation

Tool Usage

Basic Layout

Flexibility

Detail Oriented

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Power Tools

Gas Equipment

Scaffolding

Job description

Company Mission Statement: To build up our communities, our clients, and each other by building trust in everything we do.

Summary/Objective: Promotes the company mission statement by participating in the work of a crew performing underground and above ground pipe installation, concrete forming/pouring/finishing, heavy equipment operation, and process equipment installation.

Duties and Responsibilities included but not limited to:

Essential Functions:

• PIPE INSTALLATION: Basic pipe installation including bolting up pipe, gluing pipe, measuring, and cutting pipe, tightening, or torquing bolts, checking gaskets, checking pipe alignment, testing pipe for leaks.
  • Identify fittings and pipe types.
  • Prep pipe for assembly.
  • Prep tools for the specific type and task.
• TOOL USAGE: Able to use a variety of power tools and gas equipment, such as drills, impact wrenches, skill saw, gas saw, etc.
  • Inspect tools and use proper PPE for each type.
• PIPE HANGER, SUPPORTS INSTALLATION: Secure pipes to structures with clamps, brackets, and hangers, using hand or power tools.
  • Identify material types.
• PROCESS EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION: Install, align, set, and start up process equipment associated with our projects.
  • Understand associated hardware and tools to be present for the task.
• MISC METAL INSTALLATION: Install miscellaneous metals, such as handrail, grating, pipe hangers, supports, minor sheeting, weirs, etc.
  • Prep material in front of installations.
• SITE WORK AND EXCAVATIONS: May be required to use shovels, rakes, and tools necessary to dig, backfill, grade site conditions.
  • Install trench barricades, repair erosion control, housekeeping material.
  • May be required to purchase specified type of lumber or other materials and be able to identify material required for task at hand.
• BASIC LAYOUT: Mark cutting and assembly lines on materials, using a pencil, chalk, and marking gage.
  • Understand plumb, level, square.
• FORM WORK: Construct forms as instructed by supervisor both job built and form systems for pouring concrete.
  • Understand fall protection and overhead work.
• SCAFFOLD ERECTION: Erect scaffolding and ladders for work above the ground level.
• EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: Not required but would be beneficial if identified as a proficient operator.
• TRANSPORTATION: Applicants must have reliable transportation to get to assigned projects. This includes ensuring punctuality and the ability to commute to various locations as required by the position. Access to a personal vehicle and a valid driver's license is preferred.

Competencies:

• Demonstrate flexibility and accept change.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• A “Can Do” attitude.
• Can build relationships with project teammates and trade.

Benefits:

• Competitive Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Leadership & Skills Training
• Transparency in growth, pay, etc
• Community Involvement
• Career Advancement
• Mentoring
• Performance Feedback
• Teambuilding Events

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Work Environment: This position is required to work in a variety of conditions relative to construction jobsite environments and must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, as assigned. Exposure to weather, heat, etc. is expected.

Physical Demands: Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must possess the visual acuity to operate equipment and motor vehicles, perform trades tasks, inspect the work of others, and review work for accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness.

Travel Required: Minimal travel required. Occasional errands or company meetings may be needed. Employee will have access to the company flex vehicle if available.

Additional Eligibility Requirements: None.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements: Authorized to work in the United States.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement: Harper GC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Harper GC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.