Laborer - Heavy Civil Construction with AIS Infrastructure

AIS Infrastructure; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

401k

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

You must demonstrate physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and the willingness to work outdoors in varying weather. A strong sense of teamwork and reliability is essential for meeting deadlines and maintaining site safety.

Qualifications

• Must be able to listen, follow directions, and communicate effectively with others.
• Must wear mandatory PPE and work safely on site.
• Must understand basic tool use and workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direct supervision of the Foreman, Superintendent, and Project Manager to meet deadlines.
• Perform daily tool inspection checks and report malfunctions to supervisor.
• Maintain cleanliness at the jobsite and ensure tools are stored securely at shift end.
• Fuel and operate equipment safely and in line with safety policies.
• Maintain accurate logs and records as required by supervision.

Skills

Physical stamina

Effective communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

Company Overview

The AIS Infrastructure Group consists of four heavy civil construction companies. Our services include infrastructure improvement, heavy civil construction, and site development for government and state agencies and private enterprise across the United States. We do a wide variety of heavy civil projects, including highways, bridges, and DOT work, power plants, dams and reservoirs, underground utilities, and more.

The AIS Infrastructure Group consists of four heavy civil construction companies. Our services include infrastructure improvement, heavy civil construction, and site development for government and state agencies and private enterprise across the United States. We do a wide variety of heavy civil projects, including highways, bridges, and DOT work, power plants, dams and reservoirs, underground utilities, and more. We are Heavy Civil Construction and Sitework experts, but we specialize in providing peace of mind. AIS Infrastructure Group is part of a family of companies unified by purpose to deliver safe, reliable solutions to our clients’ unique challenges. We are committed to providing superior service and leaving things better than we found them.

Job Summary

Laborers will work under the direct supervision of the jobsite Foreman, Superintendent, and Project Manager. The Laborer is responsible for tasks involving physical labor and may include lifting, pulling, digging, cleaning work sites, maintaining and cleaning equipment and tools. Performing all work in accordance with AIS Infrastructure's safety standards and project specifications.

• Work effectively to ensure deadlines of job are met.


• Perform daily tool inspection checks. Report any malfunctions of tools or problems to immediate supervisor.


• Maintain cleanliness at jobsite.


• Ensure tools are clean, properly shut down and stored at the end of the shift.


• Maintain accurate logs and records.


• Fueling of equipment.


• Adhere to corporate safety policies and procedures at all times.


• Use tools in a safe manner in order to minimize the risk of injury and property damage.


• Wear all company required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).


• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required by supervisor.

Requirements and Education

• Must be able to listen, follow directions and communicate effectively with others


• Must be able to wear mandatory Personal Protective Equipment including at a minimum: steel-toed boots, safety vest, hard hat, eye protection, and hearing protection.


• Must possess knowledge of tools, equipment and workplace safety.


• Must demonstrate skills in communications and teamwork.


• Must be able to lift, pull and manage heavy equipment and objects up to 50 pounds.


• Must be able to work outdoors in exposure to extreme heat and cold.


• Must be able to take company required precautions to be protected from irritants due to possible exposure to eye, nose and skin irritants


• Stress level may be increased due to schedule of work and demands of completing task safety and on time.


• Must be able to climb ladders and climb up to and into cabs on heavy equipment.


• Must be able to walk over uneven and broken ground.

Preferred Requirements and Education

• Understanding of and ability to check grade is a big plus.


• Class A CDL is a plus.


• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance to access secure facilities, including military bases is preferred.

Physical Demands

• Perform physically demanding work in a construction and field environment, often under adverse weather and site conditions.


• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 150 pounds with assistance.


• Walk on uneven terrain, including natural ground surfaces, for extended periods.


• Stand for prolonged periods while performing assigned duties.


• Demonstrate the physical capability to perform strenuous labor, including lifting, carrying, and moving heavy objects.


• Maintain sufficient core and lower back strength to support continuous physical activity throughout the workday.


• Exhibit excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination necessary to safely operate tools, equipment, and materials.


• Possess strong multi-limb coordination and the ability to quickly and effectively move arms and legs in response to changing work conditions.


• Demonstrate the ability to perform physically demanding movements, including jumping, sprinting, and other dynamic tasks as required.


• Maintain a high level of stamina and endurance to meet the physical demands of the position.


• Remain continuously alert and aware of surrounding activities on active construction sites.


• Monitor and respond appropriately to the actions of employees, contractors, stationary equipment, and moving equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.


• Work safely and effectively in a fast-paced environment requiring constant situational awareness and adherence to safety standards.

Benefits

We are dedicated to our employees' well-being and believe that every one of our employees has the right to work in an environment that is safe, welcoming, and inclusive. Because of this, we offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision


• 401k with a Discretionary Company Match & 100% Immediate Vesting


• Company Paid Life and AD&D policy. (Voluntary Buy-up options)


• Short & Long-Term Disability


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Paid Holidays


• AND MORE!

History

AIS Infrastructure is a wholly owned operating company of ASRC Industrial (AIS). AIS was founded in 2016 by Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC), an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. As part of an ANC, AIS Infrastructure is a Minority Business Enterprise. Their AIS BCSS group is also a certified 8(a) business, offering further contracting advantages to government agencies. These designations help clients meet their diversity spending objectives, while also providing sustainable returns for 13,600 Iñupiat shareholders.

EEO Statement

AIS Infrastructure Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.