Laborer - Raleigh, NC

Power Construction Company; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Construction Company is seeking skilled construction workers in Raleigh, North Carolina. Responsibilities include constructing, erecting, and repairing structures, maintaining safety at the worksite, and operating various power and hand tools.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in using construction equipment like skid steers and telehandlers. Strong commitment to safety and efficiency is paramount, as well as successful drug testing compliance. This role is crucial for maintaining a clean and safe work environment for the project.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in operating skid steer or telehandler.
• Successful completion of physical functions evaluation and drug testing is required.

Responsibilities

• Construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard.
• Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace.
• Maintain a clean and safe worksite, including sweeping and picking up debris.

Skills

Operating skid steer

Operating telehandler

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

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 successful complete essential physical functions evaluation and drug and alcohol testing as coordinated by employer.

Power Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Power Construction is committed to increasing opportunities for historically disadvantaged workers (including women and members of disproportionately affected racial and ethnic groups), as well as residents of marginalized communities.