Laborer II - Equipment

Louisiana Bridge Builders; Pine Acres Trailer Park (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Bridge Builders is seeking a Laborer II – Equipment for the Lake Charles, LA project. The role supports construction on the I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge, performing general labor, assisting skilled trades, loading/unloading materials, and maintaining a clean, safe site.

This full-time position requires 2+ years of construction labor experience and a valid driver's license, with hours that may include nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction labor or helper experience.
• Must have a current and valid driver's license.
• Ability to work safely and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare construction site by removing debris and hazards.
• Lubricate and clean machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Load or unload materials to be used during construction.
• Erect and disassemble temporary structures.
• Dig trenches, backfill holes, or compact earth.
• Operate power tools and hand tools.
• Assist skilled trades such as electricians and carpenters.
• Perform tasks efficiently and safely.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

Full Time Manual Labor Lake Charles, LA, US

Louisiana Bridge Builders (“LBB”) is design ing and building the new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana (USA) for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). LBB will also be responsible for the reconstruction of interstate highway, various structures, ramps, and ap proaches for a 5.5 mile stretch between I-210 West End and Ryan Street.

Louisiana Bridge Builders offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time, and more.

Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Purpose/Summary

The Laborer II – Equipment is committed to supporting Louisiana Bridge Builders by performing general physical labor on Project site including but not limited to loading/unloading materials, site cleanup, and assisting skilled trades.

Location

This position is based in Lake Charles, LA.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare construction project site by removing debris and possible hazards.
• Lubricate and clean machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Load or unload materials to be used during construction.
• Erect and disassemble temporary structures.
• Dig trenches, backfill holes, or compact earth to prepare for construction.
• Operate power tools and hand tools.
• Assist skilled traders, such as electricians and carpenters, with their duties.
• Perform all tasks efficiently and safely.
• Performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills for Success

• Effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner through written and verbal communications in all interfaces with customers/public, fellow employees, vendors, etc.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work as a team member and exert initiative to work independently to reach a goal.
• Ability to embrace change in the workplace while encouraging others to seek innovative approaches.
• Ability to function effectively as a team player and collaborator.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, additional and/or different hours, including but not limited to nights, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed, to best serve the business operations.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and layout tools safe and efficiently.
• Ability to maintain a valid and current driver’s license.

QUALIFICATIONS

The Laborer II – Equipment position requires working knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to the position along with 2+ years of construction labor/helper experience. Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands

Select one the following for the each of the items listed below:

• N (Not Applicable) – Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
• O (Occasionally) – Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time or 0 – 2.5+ hours/day.
• F (Frequently) – Occupation requires this activity from 33%–66% of the time or 2.5–5.5+ hours/day.
• C (Constantly) – Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time or 5.5+ hours/day.

Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer.