Journeyman Laborer: Skilled Construction & Safety

Matrix Service; Ferndale (WA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Wellness program

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Matrix Service in Washington state is seeking a skilled laborer for heavy-construction work including site prep, excavation, concrete, and finishing tasks. The role requires adherence to safety standards, ability to work with hand and power tools, and the capacity to work independently under supervision.

Applicants should have refinery maintenance experience and be capable of reading schematics, performing quality checks, and supporting multiple trades on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in refinery maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical schematics.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools.
• TWIC card, 20-hour high hazard card, and background check required.
• Must pass drug testing program.
• Excellent communication with team and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Support safety commitments and follow Core Values.
• Rigging, signaling, and flagging for heavy lifts.
• Identify and report hazards to maintain a safe site.
• Perform trenching and excavation following safety standards.
• Assist with asbestos and lead abatement per regulatory protocols.
• Support concrete and asphalt prep, placement, finishing on heavy projects.

Skills

Safety protocols

Hand tools

Power tools

Reading schematics

Quality control

Team communication

TWIC card

High hazard training

Job description

Matrix Service in Washington state is seeking a skilled laborer for heavy-construction work including site prep, excavation, concrete, and finishing tasks. The role requires adherence to safety standards, ability to work with hand and power tools, and the capacity to work independently under supervision.

Applicants should have refinery maintenance experience and be capable of reading schematics, performing quality checks, and supporting multiple trades on large-scale projects.