Laborer (Evergreen - BCC)

Calista Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Job summary

Brice Civil Constructors Inc is hiring an on-site Laborer in Houston, TX to support daily construction site operations. The role involves cleaning, material handling, and assisting tradespeople with tools and equipment while following safety guidelines.

Candidates should be prepared for long hours in demanding conditions, with a focus on teamwork, quality, and reliability. No formal education is required, and background checks are part of the process.

Qualifications

• No formal education required, ability to pass drug and background screening.
• Comfort with long hours and physically demanding work.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform strenuous manual tasks at construction sites.
• Assist with material handling, loading, and unloading.
• Support foreman and crew in daily tasks and safety practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized job site and report hazards.
• Operate hand and power tools as required by the crew.

Skills

Physical labor

Hand tools

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Brice Civil Constructors Inc

Regular

This is an evergreen position, meaning we accept applications year-round and review them on a rolling basis as new opportunities become available.

Why choose us?

As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we’re part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. You’ll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses.

Calista Brice is owned by Calista Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. ANCs were created to support economic development and self-determination for Alaska’s Indigenous peoples. Our work directly contributes to advancing the social, cultural, and economic welfare of over 35,000 Alaska Natives in the Calista Region.

What does Brice Civil Constructors do?

Brice Civil Constructors takes on large-scale heavy civil construction projects that communities depend on. From earthen dams and bridges to airfields and water systems, you’ll be part of a team that streamlines complex projects through self-performed construction and local hiring. Our team excels at federal, state, and municipal projects that require specialized expertise in remote logistics and harsh weather construction techniques, providing you with experience that few other companies can match. You’ll grow your skills while building critical systems that stand the test of time.

Brice Civil is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of 20+ companies delivering construction, engineering, and environmental solutions across the United States.

What can you expect?

As the Laborer, you will work onsite in Houston, TX and the surrounding areas and will be responsible for performing various tasks to support daily operations at a construction site. This position performs tasks involving physical labor such as cleaning and preparing the job site, loading, and delivering materials, setting up and take-down of ladders, scaffolding, and other temporary shoring. You will assist craft workers using a variety of hand tools and power tools as required by the Foreman or Superintendent.

How will you do it?

• Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in construction projects.
• Perform trade for long hours, day after day, often in adverse conditions, to complete the project at hand.
• Follow project plans and instructions by the Foreman and Superintendent.
• Assist project Foreman and Superintendent on daily tasks.
• Assisting skilled tradespeople in their duties.
• Perform material handling and storage.
• Load, unload, haul, and hoist materials.
• Operate air, electric, and pneumatic hand tools.
• Maintain a clean job site: picking up all tools and equipment, removal of all construction debris and trash, sweeping the area clean, and securing the job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
• Clean and maintain equipment used on the job.
• Comply with all safety requirements and participate in safety meetings.
• Review daily task assignments and clarify any material needs with the supervisor.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• All around knowledge of materials, terms, and practices in the construction field.
• Knowledge of OSHA Construction Industry Safety Regulations.
• Ability to work proficiently with hand and power tools.
• Ability to safely utilize tools and equipment in the performance of duties.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues, both logical and interpersonal.
• Ability to participate in group meetings, take direction from supervisor(s) and other crew members, high degree of attention to detail, follow work rules, and adhere to project schedule.
• Ability to actively listen and follow instructions.
• Ability to work productively under pressure and to pay attention to the details of a project or task.
• Strong self-motivation and work ethic; ability to work with or without direct supervision.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to operate man-lift and material handling equipment (fork-lift and/or skid steer).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule sometimes including weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications:

• No formal education requirement.
• Ability to pass drug, driving (if applicable), and background screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year experience as a Construction Laborer preferred.
• OSHA-30 or OSHA-10 Construction Industry Safety Certification preferred.
• Previous experience with underground utilities preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Company’s Driving Policy preferred.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The noise level and working conditions are consistent with those of typical construction jobs. Adaptability regarding schedule and design changes, and occasional overtime for immediate field support may be necessary. May work weekends and holidays, as required by the project needs.

More reasons you will love working with Brice Civil Constructors:

• Competitive wages and bonus programs – We believe in developing our employees to progressively advance in their careers. We achieve this by providing you with annual performance reviews with recommendations on training to achieve your goals.
• Mentorship Program designed for employees to formalize a working relationship between seasoned professionals and young professionals to develop specific areas of knowledge to grow their careers within the family of companies.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Safety Gear Allowance : $350.00 in reimbursement annually
• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums.
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and LTD.
• Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, and Whole Life Insurance.
• Paid time off is based on an employee working 2080 regular hours per year [40 hours per week]. May increase per years of service with the Company in eligible status.
• 0-2 years 15 days
• 3-5 years 23 days
• 6-9 years 27 days
• 10-14 years 30 days
• 15-19 years 33 days
• 20 or more years 37.5 days
• 10 Regular Holidays, 1 Bonus – Work Anniversary “Floating” Holiday. Eligible after 1 year of service, must be taken within the calendar year.
• 401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution.

*Benefits may vary based on status of position and subject to associated plan eligibility provisions, or company handbook. For questions, please email the Human Resources Department at [e-mail]

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Join us and let’s get started!

For the full job description including physical and environmental demands please reach out to [e-mail]

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT

Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is Calista and Subsidiaries’ business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.