Laborer

NEI General Contracting; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NEI General Contracting in Austin, TX is seeking a construction laborer to support site preparation and renovation projects. Responsibilities include unloading materials, helping carpenters, and assisting with demolition and earthwork, while maintaining a safe and orderly site.

Ideal candidates are physically capable, able to lift up to 70 lbs, and able to read basic plans and specifications. You will work under supervision with on-site managers to ensure project progress and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting and carrying materials.
• Capable of understanding basic construction plans and specifications.
• Commitment to maintaining safe and clean work areas.

Responsibilities

• Participate in building and renovation of commercial structures.
• Assist with demolition activities as needed.
• Provide support to construction managers and on-site staff.
• Lift and move heavy materials (up to 70 lbs).
• Keep work areas clean and free of debris.
• Prepare sites by removing debris and hazards.
• Load or unload building materials.
• Assist with bracing, barricades, forms, scaffolding, and temporary structures.
• Excavate trenches and backfill as required.
• Operate equipment such as concrete mixers under supervision.
• Assist other trades and follow on-site instructions.

Skills

Physical strength

Lift 70 lbs

Safety awareness

Read plans and specs

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Austin, TX - Austin, TX 78701

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Laborers shall be responsible for cleaning and preparing construction sites for the renovation of existing buildings, and the erection of new structures and buildings. Primary duties include but are not limited to: unloading and loading materials, being capable of understanding plans and specifications, tending to machines, mixing and pouring concrete, and assisting carpenters, operating engineers, and other construction site workers.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Participate in the building and renovation of structures for commercial apartments, businesses, retail, assisted living facilities, and other construction sites
2. Assist with demolition activities
3. Provide support to construction managers as needed
4. Be able to lift 70 lbs
5. Keep work areas clean and free of debris – sweep, etc.
6. Prepare construction sites by removing debris and eliminating potential hazards
7. Load or unload building materials to be used in construction
8. Help build or dismantle bracing, barricades, forms (molds that determine the shape of concrete), scaffolding and temporary structures
9. Excavate trenches, backfill holes, or compact earth to prepare for construction activities
10. Operate or tend to equipment and machines used in construction, such as concrete mixers
11. Help other craft workers with their duties
12. Follow construction plans and instructions from on-site supervision