Laborer

Bls Us; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bls Us is seeking a General Laborer to support civil construction operations. You will perform a wide range of physical tasks, assist skilled tradespeople, and help keep sites organized and safe.

In this on-site role based in Texas, you'll work outdoors in varied weather, loading and unloading materials, and partnering with operators and crew to maintain workflow and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Oilfield or labor-intensive experience is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and maintaining the worksite, clearing debris and setting up equipment.
• Load, unload, and transport materials and equipment to and from the job site.
• Support skilled workers by providing tools, materials, and general assistance.
• Construct light frames and assist with excavation, trenching, and elevation operations.
• Maintain and clean equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Follow safety regulations and report hazards to supervisors.
• Perform general labor tasks including digging, lifting, and carrying.

Skills

Stamina

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma (preferred)

Job description

As a General Laborer, you will support various operations within the civil construction industry by performing a wide range of physical tasks in a dynamic work environment. Your role is essential to maintaining the efficiency and safety of our operations, assisting skilled tradespeople, and ensuring that work sites remain organized and compliant with safety standards.

Requirements

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in preparing and maintaining the worksite, including clearing debris, setting up equipment, and ensuring safe access to work areas.
• Load, unload, and transport materials and equipment to and from the job site, ensuring proper storage and organization.
• Support skilled workers, such as equipment operators, electricians, and insulators, by providing tools, materials, and general assistance as needed.
• Construct various support frames including light pole or concrete piers, rebar cages, and other structures.
• Assist equipment operators in excavation, trenching, backfilling, and leveling/final elevation operations.
• Help with routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and tools to ensure they are in safe working condition.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols, participating in safety meetings and reporting any hazards or incidents to supervisors.
• Perform general labor tasks such as digging, lifting, and carrying, as well as assisting with the assembly and disassembly of equipment

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

COMPETENCIES

• Strong physical stamina and the ability to perform manual labor in varying weather conditions
• Basic understanding of safety practices in industrial environments
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly with colleagues and supervisors
• Willingness to learn and take on new tasks as directed

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience in oilfield work or a similar labor-intensive role is an asset but not required

WORK SETTING/LOCATION

• In-Person
• Outdoors in all weather conditions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and ladders
• Ability to work in various temperature ranges both indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to read, speak and hear clearly.
• Ability to see well enough to read and interpret reports, diagrams, and manuals, and operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds or poles
• Ability to bend, twist, kneel, stoop, crouch or crawl
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and routinely move at least 50 pounds.