Laborers

S.T. Wooten Corporation; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

S.T. Wooten Corporation in Wilmington, NC is hiring general labor for construction projects. The role involves performing general construction tasks, operating hand and power tools, and assisting skilled tradespeople.

You will work outside in all seasons, with long hours as needed. Candidates must be at least 18, have a valid NC driver\'s license or REAL ID, and be able to obtain a TWIC card for certain sites.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid NC Driver's License or REAL ID.
• Ability to obtain a TWIC card for certain sites.

Responsibilities

• Operate jackhammers, drills and other power tools as required.
• Position, join, align, and seal structural components.
• Shovel cement and materials into portable cement mixers; and mix, pour, and spread concrete.
• Support craft workers and perform site clean-up and safety tasks.
• Work long hours including nights and weekends as needed.

Skills

Good work ethic

Willing to work nights/weekends

Reliability

Job description

Primary Function

Perform general construction tasks involving physical labor at construction projects and plants. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, cleaning up rubble and debris.

Essential Duties

• Operate jackhammers, drills and other power tools as required.
• Position, join, align, and seal structural components, such as concrete wall sections and pipes.
• Shovel cement and other materials into portable cement mixers; and mix, pour, and spread concrete.
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Spray materials such as water, sand, steam, vinyl, paint, or stucco through hoses to clean, coat, or seal surfaces.
• Attend to machines that pump concrete, grout, cement, sand, plaster or stucco through spray-guns for application to ceilings and walls.
• Attend to pumps, compressors, and generators to provide power for tools, machinery, and equipment, or to heat and move materials such as asphalt.
• Lubricate, clean, and repair machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Apply caulking compounds by hand or using caulking guns.
• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Control traffic passing near, in, and around work zones.
• Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, and compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, and rakes.
• Erect and disassemble scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, and other temporary structures.
• Load, unload building materials, machinery, and tools.
• Mix ingredients to create compounds for covering or cleaning surfaces.
• Learn and follow safety regulations.
• Provide assistance to craft workers, such as carpenters, plasterers, and masons.
• Work long, flexible hours as demanded by our customers including nights, weekends, and work outside for extended periods during all seasons of the year.
• Perform additional duties as required or directed by their immediate supervisor or other manager.
• Must have regular and predictable attendance.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Must have a valid NC Driver's License or REAL ID
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC Card and meet criteria for obtaining a military base pass.

JOB LOCATION: Wilmington, NC

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 3

Primary Function

Perform general construction tasks involving physical labor at construction projects and plants. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, cleaning up rubble and debris.

Essential Duties

• Operate jackhammers, drills and other power tools as required.
• Position, join, align, and seal structural components, such as concrete wall sections and pipes.
• Shovel cement and other materials into portable cement mixers; and mix, pour, and spread concrete.
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Spray materials such as water, sand, steam, vinyl, paint, or stucco through hoses to clean, coat, or seal surfaces.
• Attend to machines that pump concrete, grout, cement, sand, plaster or stucco through spray-guns for application to ceilings and walls.
• Attend to pumps, compressors, and generators to provide power for tools, machinery, and equipment, or to heat and move materials such as asphalt.
• Lubricate, clean, and repair machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Apply caulking compounds by hand or using caulking guns.
• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Control traffic passing near, in, and around work zones.
• Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, and compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, and rakes.
• Erect and disassemble scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, and other temporary structures.
• Load, unload building materials, machinery, and tools.
• Mix ingredients to create compounds for covering or cleaning surfaces.
• Learn and follow safety regulations.
• Provide assistance to craft workers, such as carpenters, plasterers, and masons.
• Work long, flexible hours as demanded by our customers including nights, weekends, and work outside for extended periods during all seasons of the year.
• Perform additional duties as required or directed by their immediate supervisor or other manager.
• Must have regular and predictable attendance.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Must have a valid NC Driver's License or REAL ID
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC Card and meet criteria for obtaining a military base pass.

Work Experience

• Good work ethic.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends if needed.
• Outside work experience a plus.
• Ability to work with hand tools and follow directions to accomplish work details.
• Regular and predictable attendance a must.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.

Heavy Physical Demands

Heavy physical effort required including pulling and lifting or moving heavy weight material with frequent lifting or moving materials or equipment (over 80 pounds). If a position specific Physical Demands sheet is attached, it will describe in more detail the physical demands that are required.

Physical Activity

Position requires the ability to continuously work around any or all of the following: noise, dust, heat, cold, oil and heavy equipment. Personal protective equipment is normally required of the position. Position requires ability to exchange ideas quickly and clearly and the ability to receive and evaluate detailed information and instructions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.