Laborer - Thompson Creek Mine

Alaska Aggregate Products, LLC.; Challis (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Aggregate Products LLC. is seeking a construction laborer for the Thomson Creek Mine site. The role involves heavy manual labor, operating a variety of hand and power tools, site preparation, digging trenches, erecting scaffolding, and supporting crew tasks.

The position is full-time, temporary with long shifts of 10–12 hours and variable hours depending on workload. Night shifts may be required and safety compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• At least 6 months of prior laborer experience on remote construction.

Responsibilities

• Perform strenuous manual labor on mining/heavy construction projects.
• Operate light machinery and various hand tools safely.
• Maintain a clean job site and secure tools daily.
• Coordinate tasks using hand-held radios.
• Follow company and customer policies and safety procedures.
• Report hazards and damage to supervisors.
• Work independently or as part of a team to meet project schedules.

Skills

Safety procedures

Manual labor

Hand tools

Power tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MSHA certification

Job description

Department/Location:
Operations / Thomson Creek 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 depending on workload. Night shift work required as needed.

Job Title:
Laborer SOC code:
47-2061 FLSA Classification:
Non-exempt Department/Location:
Operations / Thomson Creek 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 depending on workload. Night shift work required as needed.
EEO Statement:
Alaska Aggregate Products LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. **This employer participates in E-Verify. Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify.**

Summary:

The construction laborer performs tasks involving physical labor at heavy construction projects. The position operates a variety of hand and power tools and clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, clean up rubble and debris, and remove waste materials. The position may assist other craft workers.

Essential Functions:

• Performs a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in mining/heavy construction projects
• Operate light machinery and equipment/hand tools as required in a safe and efficient way.
• Operate basic hand tools such as saws, shovels, rakes, etc.
• Operate basic power tools such as plate compactors, cement mixers, etc.
• Maintains a clean job site: picks up all tools and equipment and secures job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
• Provide manual labor assistance on various tasks and assignments
• Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Comply with Company and customer policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Help identify hazardous conditions on the job site.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Dispose of garbage according to set policies and procedures
• Report any damage immediately to supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably able to perform other tasks satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

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’ 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 and ability maintain equipment and follow related procedures
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor
• Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member successfully
• Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Ability to meet project schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to wear protective clothing

Physical Demands:

The following activities were rated for frequency of occurrence based on the following: Not Present = NP 1-10% of the work day = Rare 34-66% of the work day = Frequent 11-33% of the work day = Occasional 67-100% of the work day = Constant Sitting Frequent Reaching Overhead Frequent Standing Frequent Reaching Straight Ahead Frequent Walking Frequent Reaching Downward Frequent Bending/Stooping Frequent Handling Frequent Crouching Frequent Fingering Constant Kneeling Frequent Feeling Occasionally Crawling Frequent Talking Occasionally Climbing Frequent Hearing Occasionally Balancing Occasionally Twisting Frequent Operate Foot Controls Occasionally Twist of Wrist Frequent Constant Frequent Occasional Rare Lifting 50 lbs. 100 lbs. Carrying 10 lbs. 50 lbs. 100 lbs. Pushing/Pulling 50 lbs. 100 lbs.

Working Conditions:

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS CHECK (If Present) COMMENTS 1. Exposure to Inclement Weather X 2. Extreme Cold X 3. Extreme Heat X 4. Wet and/or Humid X Will experience Rain/Snow/Ice on location 5. Noise X Frequent noise from equipment. 6. Vibration X Occasional normal equipment vibration. 7. Atmospheric Conditions (dust/fumes/etc.) X Possible diesel fumes. INHERENT HAZARDS 8. Moving Mechanical Parts X 9. Electric Shock 10. High, Exposed Places 11. Radiant Energy 12. Explosives 13. Toxic or Caustic Chemicals 14. Other Risks X Aware of the potential hazards of working around equipment.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments .