Laborer

Kiewit Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Corporation in Savannah, GA, seeks entry-level construction laborers to assist skilled craft workers on active construction sites. You will perform duties that require physical labor, follow supervisor instructions, and prioritize safety while keeping workspaces clean and orderly.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to use hand and power tools safely, with readiness to work overtime, nights, and weekends as workload requires.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required with field experience.
• Working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist craftsman in setting up work as required.
• Follow instructions from superintendents, foreman and other experienced crew.
• Perform duties with safety as first focus.
• Keep work areas clean and in orderly conditions.
• Read and understand warning signs, operating instructions for equipment, jobsite safety rules and jobsite policies.
• Learn to observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Assist skilled craft workers in performing their assigned duties. Performs tasks that require physical labor at construction sites must have the ability to perform a variety of duties.

Experience Level

Entry

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist craftsman in setting up work as required.
• Follow instructions given by superintendents, foreman and other experienced crew.
• Perform all required duties with the first focus on safety.
• Responsible for keeping work areas clean and in orderly conditions.
• Read and understand warning signs, operating instructions for equipment, jobsite safety rules and jobsite policies.
• Learn to observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Few contractors can build what Kiewit builds, the way Kiewit builds it. We only hire the best — and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best.

There’s no limit to what you’ll work on at Kiewit. With contracts in different markets and geographic areas, Kiewit careers offer opportunities totackle new challenges all the time. Whether you’re building a facility that can turn water into power or a safer transportation network, you’re bound to make an impact in new and exciting ways.