Laborer

B&F Contracting; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction services provider in Phoenix is looking for a dedicated team member to provide support and assistance on various site tasks. The role involves following directions for manual labor, maintaining safety standards, and adhering to company conduct. Candidates must have a High School diploma, be able to work safely outdoors in extreme heat, and lift heavy items. Flexibility in scheduling is essential, as work may involve nights and weekends. A commitment to safety and teamwork is crucial for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Willingness to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• OSHA 10 Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Follow directions to perform tasks involving driving, digging, and lifting.
• Exhibit safe work practices by following safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean work environment and secure the job site.

Skills

Flexibility in schedule

Knowledge of hand and power tools

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong focus on safety and quality

Good communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Provide support and assistance to the other skilled crafts working on the project.

Responsibilities

• Follows direction of foreman to perform miscellaneous assigned tasks, including driving, digging, pulling, pushing, lifting, measuring, cutting, marking, recording, positioning, aligning, sealing, and reading prints/drawings
• Exhibits safe work practices by following company rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs
• Takes action to avoid potential hazards and obstructions such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers and falling objects
• Performs a wide variety of manual labor tasks involving dexterous use of hand tools such as pneumatic, electric and hand tools
• Maintain a clean work environment, pick up all tools and equipment to secure job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards
• Prepare job site and load/unload equipment and materials
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle/equipment inspections
• Adhere to B&F Code of Conduct

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent work experience
• Must have flexibility in personal schedule including weekdays and occasional night and weekend work
• Strong focus on safety, quality, accountability, integrity, and teamwork
• OSHA and related safety training a plus
• Ability to stand and exert physical effort performing manual labor most of the day
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Willingness to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hat, eye protection, reflective vest, gloves and composite-toed boots
• Must be able to work safely outdoors in Arizona heat conditions and perform all job duties with no restrictions.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools
• Knowledge or experience in underground dry and/or wet utility installation a plus
• Knowledge of street and highway traffic rules and regulations, and safety precautions to be observed in working on or near roads and highways
• Ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment
• Thorough knowledge of safety standards and Underground Facilities Law (Blue Stake, Arizona 811)
• Hold/obtain and maintain an OSHA 10 Certification.
• Good communication skills and the ability to interact in a team environment
• Reliable transportation
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug tests

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to:

• Wet and/or humid conditions
• Moving mechanical parts
• Precarious places
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Outside weather conditions
• Extreme heat
• Frequent and/or sustained loud noises

The employee is occasionally exposed to:

• Toxic or caustic chemicals
• Risk of electrical shock
• Risk of vibration