Laborer 1

Zachry Group; Luling (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group in Louisiana is seeking a frontline AHelper to support construction work at a power plant. You will assist with moving equipment, digging, and other tasks as directed by a supervisor or journeyman to keep operations safe and efficient.

Strong attention to safety and the ability to use hand and power tools, climb scaffolding, and work in varying weather are required. This role demands physical stamina and reliability for 5-day work weeks.

Qualifications

• Must be able to meet all physical demands.
• Experience using industrial hand tools and power tools.
• Reliable transportation and be able to work 5 days as needed.

Responsibilities

• Position may perform a large range of manual activities including but not limited to moving equipment, digging, retrieving equipment, standing by for fire safety, and any other work instructed by a supervisor or a journeyman.
• Use fire extinguisher .
• Climb on to structures and Scaffolding.
• Uses rigging and hoisting devices such as chokers, chain falls andcome alongs to move equipment / materials into place
• Conducts preventative maintenance such as lubrication and fixing or repairing worn parts.
• Follows direction from supervisor

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Team player

Physical endurance

Education

Formal/technical education

Tools

Chokers

Chain falls

Come-alongs

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

AHelper will assist with various manual needs of the construction work being performed on aPower Plant including but not limited to moving equipment, digging, retrieving equipment, standing by for fire safety and any other work instructed by a supervisor or journeyman.

Position Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

AHelper will assist with various manual needs of the construction work being performed on aPower Plant including but not limited to moving equipment, digging, retrieving equipment, standing by for fire safety and any other work instructed by a supervisor or journeyman.

Qualification Highlights

• Must be able to meet all physical demands – see below.
• Must have experience using industrial hand tools and power tools
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to work 5 days as needed

Position Responsibilities

• Position may perform a large range of manual activities including but not limited tomoving equipment, digging, retrieving equipment, standing by for fire safety, and any other work instructed by a supervisor or a journeyman.
• Use fire extinguisher .
• Climb on to structures and Scaffolding.
• Uses rigging and hoisting devices such as chokers, chain falls andcome alongs to move equipment / materials into place
• Conducts preventative maintenance such as lubrication and fixing or repairing worn parts.
• Follows direction from supervisor

Preferred Qualifications

• Former Zachry Employee.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Experience on an industrial construction site
• Formal/technical education.

Reports to Position

This position does not have any direct reports.

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of hand tools and power tools.
• Good problem-solving abilities
• Good aptitude and manual dexterity
• Good reading comprehension
• Ability to work with others – team player
• Good communication skills with co-workers and supervisors
• Commitment to Zachry values and safety rules and regulations

Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Must have good dexterity with hands and fingers to perform the precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will occasionallywork at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work off of platforms.
• Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision.
• Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots.