Laborer

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Gaston (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. in South Carolina is seeking a fabrication shop helper to support the metal fabrication team.

You will assist with project prep, load and unload materials, and maintain a clean, safe work area while following supervisor directions. The role requires basic math and tape measure reading, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and a willingness to work 40+ hours per week, including possible weekends.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and physically handle repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to work 40+ hours per week, including potential weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation of fabrication shop equipment and general shop tasks.
• Prepare shop for upcoming projects and help with loading/unloading materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow supervisor directions.

Skills

Basic math

Tape measure reading

Physical stamina

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Since its foundation in 1986, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. has grown from a small, local company into one of the largest privately held companies based in South Carolina. Our diverse services portfolio includes capital projects, power services, maintenance services, disaster recovery, hydro consulting, and commercial construction. We believe in investing in our employees to help them reach their professional goals, as well as their personal goals. Thompson promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development, along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina, with offices spanning the United States, primarily the southeast and central United States.

Description

Since its foundation in 1986, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. has grown from a small, local company into one of the largest privately held companies based in South Carolina. Our diverse services portfolio includes capital projects, power services, maintenance services, disaster recovery, hydro consulting and commercial construction. We believe in investing in our employees to help them reach their professional goals, as well as their personal goals. Thompson promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina with offices spanning the United States, primarily southeast and central United States.

Position Description

Perform any combination of various basic tasks associated with the operation of the custom metal fabrication shop and do so in a safe and quality manner with the best quality possible. Primary duties will include preparing shop for upcoming projects, assisting with fabrication shop tasks as directed, unloading and loading material, and cleaning work areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with Shop Superintendent, Fabricators, and Fabrication Shop Helpers to ensure daily and project related production needs are met safely and efficiently by assisting with various tasks.
• Safely and efficiently operates all fabrication shop equipment such as mechanical shears, press brakes, rollers, ironworkers, drill presses, saws, and forklifts.
• Takes direction and effectively communicates with supervisors based on project needs.
• Thinks creatively and applies results to safely and efficiently complete tasks.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• Maintains work area in clean and tidy manner.
• Other duties as may be assigned.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers and understand direction from supervisor.
• Must be able to utilize basic math and read a tape measure.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively
• Work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments
• 40 or more hours per week with possible weekend work
• Background check and drug screen based on job location/requirements