Laborer - Raleigh, NC

Power Construction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled construction workers to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for constructing, erecting, and repairing structures using a variety of materials including wood, drywall, and concrete. Your expertise in operating power tools and ensuring a safe work environment will be essential. With a focus on quality and safety, you will play a crucial role in shaping the spaces where people live and work. If you have a passion for construction and a commitment to excellence, this is the opportunity for you to make a tangible impact in the field.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in operating skid steer or telehandler is required.
• Must complete physical functions evaluation and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Construct, install, and repair structures using various materials and tools.
• Maintain a clean and safe worksite while assisting in traffic control.

Skills

Operating power tools

Construction skills

Measurement and marking

Demolition skills

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Skid steer

Telehandler

Hand tools

Power saw

Job description

Construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard, using power tools; install framing, and seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surface for painting or papering. Demolition of existing structures, assisting in the concrete work of new structures, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, aiding in traffic control and assisting in material handling throughout the job site.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designs, constructs, remodels, retrofits and repairs interior and exterior structures made of wood, drywall, plaster, concrete and brick.
• Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saw.
• Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
• Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob and level. Assemble and fasten materials to make framework or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
• Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools.
• Assemble or install metal framing or decorative trim for windows, doorways, or vents.
• Cut and screw together metal channels to make floor or ceiling frames, according to plans for the location of rooms or hallways.
• Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level.
• Perform variety of tasks that require utilizing various tools, such as demolishing buildings, dismantling forms, setting up pumps and hoses, removing projections from concrete and cleaning tools and equipment as needed.
• Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery.
• Level earth to fine grade specifications.
• Transport, pour, vibrate, and grade concrete into existing formwork.
• Maintain a clean and safe worksite by sweeping, picking up debris, transporting tools/equipment, dumping debris, removing snow, maintaining perimeter fall protection, or any other assignments.
• Assist in worksite safety by installing and removing barricades, setting up road signage, flagging and assisting with rigging items to crane as needed.
• Perform final and general clean-up of a space including mopping, dusting, removal of floor protection, etc.
• Pumping water out of excavations to designated discharge points, including managing hoses, extension cords & generators.
• Setting up and maintaining stormwater pollution prevention measures.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficiency in operating skid steer or telehandler.
• Must successfully complete essential physical functions evaluation and drug and alcohol testing as coordinated by employer.