Laborer - Kensington mine Juneau, Alaska

Alaska Aggregate Products, LLC; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Aggregate Products, LLC in Juneau, AK seeks a construction laborer to perform physically demanding tasks on heavy construction and mining sites. You will operate hand and power tools, dig trenches, erect scaffolding, and clean up debris while assisting other crew members.

Work hours are long and vary, with 10–12 hour days and possible night shifts. A valid driver's license and prior remote-construction experience are preferred; MSHA certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Valid driver license required.
• 6 months of prior experience as a laborer on remote construction.
• Preferred: High School Diploma or GED.
• Three or more years of experience as a laborer on remote construction.
• MSHA certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform strenuous manual labor on mining and heavy construction sites.
• Operate light machinery, equipment, and hand tools safely and efficiently.
• Operate basic hand tools such as saws, shovels, and rakes.
• Operate basic power tools such as plate compactors and cement mixers.
• Maintain a clean job site and secure tools and equipment daily to reduce hazards.
• Assist other crew members on various tasks.
• Coordinate tasks using handheld radios.
• Follow company policies and safety procedures.
• Identify hazardous conditions and report to supervisor.
• Dispose of garbage according to set policies.

Skills

Manual labor proficiency

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Written and verbal communication

Ability to follow instructions

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MSHA certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Plate compactors

Cement mixers

Job description

Overview

Department/Location: Operations / Kensington mine site

Reports to: Project Manager / Crew Foreman

Status: Full Time, Temporary

EEO-1: Laborers and Helpers

Normal Work Hours and Days: A normal work day consists of 10-12 hours, possibly longer depending on workload. Hours and start time will vary. Night shift work required as needed.

Summary

The construction laborer performs tasks involving physical labor at heavy construction projects. The position operates a variety of hand and power tools; cleans and prepares sites; digs trenches; sets braces to support excavations; erects scaffolding; cleans up rubble and debris; and removes waste materials. The position may assist other craft workers.

Essential Functions

• Performs tasks involving strenuous manual labor in mining and heavy construction projects
• Operates light machinery, equipment, and hand tools safely and efficiently
• Operates basic hand tools such as saws, shovels, and rakes
• Operates basic power tools such as plate compactors and cement mixers
• Maintains a clean job site and secures tools and equipment daily to reduce hazards
• Provides manual labor assistance on various tasks
• Uses hand-held mobile radios to coordinate tasks and resources
• Follows company and customer policies and procedures
• Adheres to safe work practices and procedures
• Identifies hazardous conditions on the job site
• Performs related duties as required
• Disposes of garbage according to set policies and procedures
• Reports any damage immediately to supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum: A valid driver license
• 6 months of prior experience as a laborer on remote construction

• Preferred: High School Diploma or GED
• Three or more years of experience as a laborer on remote construction
• MSHA certification

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power tools
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and related procedures
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor
• Ability to communicate in writing and verbally
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to follow safety and incident reporting procedures
• Ability to meet project schedules with dependability
• Ability to wear protective clothing

Physical Demands

Frequency of activities is described as Not Present, Rare, Occasional, Frequent, or Constant as follows: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Reaching, Bending/Stooping, Handling, Crouching, Fingering, Kneeling, Feeling, Climbing, Hearing, Twisting, Lifting, Carrying, Pushing/Pulling with varying levels per activity. Lifting up to 50-100 lbs and related carrying/pushing/pulling requirements are noted.

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions: Exposure to inclement weather, extreme cold/heat, wet/humid conditions, rain/snow/ice on location; frequent noise from equipment; occasional vibration; possible diesel fumes.

Inherent Hazards: Moving mechanical parts, electric shock, high places, radiant energy, explosives, toxic or caustic chemicals; other risks present.

This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees may be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties as assigned.