Laborer - Concrete

Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc.; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc. is seeking a Concrete Carpenter/Finisher helper in State College, PA. This hourly, non-exempt role operates under supervision to learn finishing concrete, form cutting, grading, and related tasks on construction sites.

Responsibilities include tool maintenance, reading grades, and supporting a safe work environment. Night shifts and weekend hours may be required. PennDOT Flagger Training is a listed prerequisite.

Qualifications

• Must have own basic set of hand tools.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• PennDOT Flagger Training must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in finishing concrete to learn and develop skill.
• Assist in cutting and setting forms to learn and develop skill.
• Grade stone, compact stone and prepare for pour of concrete.
• Develop skill in using a lute.
• Complete edging and hand floating with finisher.
• Strip and clean forms.
• Saw cut concrete joints.
• Perform concrete structure work as needed.
• Operate company vehicle safely as needed.
• Ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain company equipment.
• May operate heavy equipment such as skid steer, roller, paver, screed.
• Frequently work more than 40 hours per week including nights, Saturdays, Sundays.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Skills

Read grades

Basic math

Follow safety policies

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Summary:

Perform a variety of manual labor tasks to assist Concrete Carpenter/Finisher. This hourly, non-exempt position will work with direct and indirect supervision.

Essential Functions:

• Assist in finishing concrete to learn and develop skill.
• Assist in cutting and setting forms to learn and develop skill.
• Grade stone, compact stone and prepare for pour of concrete.
• Develop skill in using a lute.
• Complete edging and hand floating with finisher.
• Strip and clean forms.
• Saw cut concrete joints.
• Perform concrete structure work as needed.
• Responsible for safely operating company vehicle as needed.
• Ensure safe working environment.
• Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
• May operate or be trained to operate heavy equipment, such as skid steer, roller, paver, screed, etc.
• Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Knowledge of:

• Tools, including their maintenance.

Ability to:

• Learn and follow GOH Company policies and procedures.
• Learn to read grades.
• Anticipate what is needed next and have it ready.

Qualifications:

• Must have own basic set of hand tools.
• Valid driver's license for the state in which you reside with acceptable driving record per company minimum standards for drivers.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Must successfully complete PennDOT Flagger Training Course.

Education:

• Prefer high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• None required.

Required Training:

• PennDOT Flagger Training

Physical Requirements:

• Constant 67-100% Ability to bend, sit, stoop, and stand for long periods of time in the outdoor weather.
• Constant 67-100% Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Constant 67-100% Ability to work in a field environments, including but not liimted to exposure to dust, inclement weather conditions, extreme heat and cold, noise, vibrations and a variety of petroleum products.
• Constant 67-100% Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Frequent 34-66% Ability to lift 50 pounds consistently.
• Frequent 34-66% Ability to walk and work on uneven terrain.

This is a safety-sensitive position.