Laborers - Idaho

Hoffman Structures; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Boise, Idaho is seeking skilled individuals for an outdoor role involving construction tasks. Responsibilities include measuring distances, leveling earth, pouring concrete, and collaborating closely with team members. Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, have strong mathematical skills, and must not be afraid of heights. This role involves physical labor and adaptability to weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a Hoffman drug test.
• Must not be afraid of heights.
• Must possess strong mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

• Measures distances using grade stakes and stretches tight line.
• Signals construction equipment operators for proper alignment.
• Levels earth to fine grade specifications.

Skills

Ability to read a tape measure

Strong mathematical skills

Team coordination

Ability to work at heights

Job description

Overview

Application review will take into account, without limitation, union membership and qualifications, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Structures.

Work Description

• Measures distances from grade stakes, drives stakes, and stretches tight line.
• Signals operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications.
• Levels earth to fine grade specifications, using pick and shovel.
• Pour concrete in walls, columns, and slabs with bucket, pump, or tailgate from truck; muck (rake) fresh concrete for finishers.
• Mixes concrete, using portable mixer.
• Erect scaffolding, shoring, and braces.
• Mops, brushes, or spreads paints or bituminous compounds over surfaces for protection.
• Sprays materials such as water, sand, steam, vinyl, paint, or stucco through hose to clean, coat, or seal surfaces.
• Grinds, sands, or polishes surfaces, such as concrete, marble, terrazzo, or wood flooring, using abrasive tools or machines.
• Performs variety of tasks involving dexterous use of hands and tools, such as demolishing buildings, sawing lumber, dismantling forms, removing projections from concrete.
• Work is usually performed with other workers.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a Hoffman drug test.
• Must not be afraid of heights.
• Must be able to read a tape measure.
• Must possess strong mathematical skills, calculate proper dimensions of components, read blue prints, manuals, and communicate with coworkers.

Environment

• Work is mainly outside thus exposed to various weather conditions.

Essential Functions

Physical

• Standing/Walking - Frequently (33% to 66% a day).
• Bend (neck and back) - Frequently (33% to 66% a day).
• Use of hands for repetitive grasping - Frequently (33% to 66% a day).
• Use of hands for pushing & pulling - Frequently (33% to 66% a day).
• Use of hands for fine manipulation - Occasionally (less than 33% a day).
• Squatting & Kneeling - Occasionally (less than 33% a day).
• Climb (stairs & ladders) - Occasionally (less than 33% a day).
• Reaching Overhead - Occasionally (less than 33% a day).
• Lift Overhead - Occasionally (less than 33% a day).
• Knee Stand - Occasionally (less than 33% a day).
• Lift/Carry - at least 40 pounds - Frequently (33% to 66% a day).
• Pushing & Pulling - Frequently (33% to 66% a day).

Mental

• Constant mental alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail required.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team.
• Must be able to make decisions, and follow through on all assignments.
• Must use creativity, independent judgment, and organizational and problem solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.
• Must be able to plan and organize work.
• Must possess strong mathematical skills, calculate proper dimensions of components, read blue prints, manuals, and communicate with coworkers.
• Must not be afraid of heights.
• Work in a safe manner in compliance with Hoffman's Safety Policy.
• Good attendance.
• Must be able to read a tape measure.