Laborer

Zachry Group; Alvin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ZACHRY is seeking a laborer to support construction activities at our Texas site. The role involves helping with various manual tasks, moving equipment, digging, and responding to supervisor instructions to keep the project running safely and efficiently.

The position requires basic tool knowledge, reliability, and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, to meet project needs. Safety compliance and teamwork are essential in this on-site role.

Qualifications

• Must meet physical demands – standing, bending, lifting.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools.
• Reliable transportation and ability to work 7 days as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a wide range of manual tasks: moving equipment, digging, and equipment retrieval.
• Stand by for fire safety duties and follow supervisor directions.
• Use fire extinguishers and climb structures/scaffolding as required.
• Move equipment/materials using rigging devices and assist with maintenance.

Skills

Physical stamina

Hand tools

Power tools

Reading comprehension

Teamwork

Tools

Industrial hand tools

Power tools

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION A laborer will assist with various manual needs of the construction work 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.

Position Summary

A laborer will assist with various manual needs of the construction work 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.

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 along to move equipment / materials into place
• Conducts preventative maintenance such as lubrication and fixing or repairing worn parts.
• Follows direction from supervisor

Qualifications

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

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Zachry ROF’ed employee.
• Former Zachry Employee.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Experience on an industrial construction site Formal/technical education.

Reporting to

This position does not have any direct reports

Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.
• May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.

CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSES REQUIRED

• None

ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.