Lead Laborer - Construction

ETIC; Pleasant Hill (CA); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (HMO/PPO)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

8 paid holidays + vacation

Job summary

ETIC, an environmental consulting and construction company with offices throughout California, is hiring a Lead Laborer for its Northern California operations. The role involves coordinating with project managers, reading plans, and ensuring BMP installation and site safety on various construction projects, including stormwater work.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years as a laborer with crew lead experience, strong communication, driving license, ability to manage 2-4 workers, and willingness to

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of verifiable laborer experience with crew lead responsibilities.
• Ability to safely manage a 2–4 person crew on construction sites.
• Strong physical stamina for outdoor work and long shifts.
• Valid California driver's license with clean record.
• High school diploma or equivalent; HAZWOPER 40-hour training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate project performance to project managers daily.
• Work under supervision of PM, foreman, or superintendent.
• Read construction plans and track progress.
• Install and maintain stormwater BMPs.
• Safely operate small equipment and trucks.
• Ensure safety plans and quality requirements.
• Travel to remote locations as required.

Skills

Crew leadership

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Recordkeeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ETIC is an established and growing environmental consulting and construction company with offices throughout California. We are a customer-focused company offering solutions to complex construction and environmental issues. We provide a broad range of services to public and private sector clients. We offer competitive benefits and take pride in the quality of our work.

ETIC is always looking to strengthen our construction team with professional, safe, talented, and self-motivated individuals. We are growing in Northern California and will be hiring an experienced, competent, and reliable Lead Laborer to meet our expanding client base’s needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicating project performance effectively with project managers each day.
• Working closely with, and under the direction of, a project manager, foreman, or superintendent.
• Reading construction plans and tracking daily execution progress and quantities, including timely submittals of photos and documentation.
• Installing, maintaining, and/or removing stormwater construction BMPs, such as silt fence, fiber rolls, construction fence, jute net, hydroseeding, etc.
• Assisting with general construction tasks such as working with hand tools, installing underground and above-ground pipe and conduit, backfilling and compacting soil, sweeping, equipment spotting, and traffic flagging for various construction projects involving demolition, earthwork, and underground utilities.
• Safely and efficiently operating small equipment such as forklifts, water trucks, dump trucks, mechanized trenchers, hydroseeders, etc.
• Ensuring compliance with safety plans and project quality requirements.
• Ensuring that all field procedures and safety protocols are followed in compliance with company- and client-specific requirements.
• Interacting appropriately, responsibly, and positively with coworkers, client representatives, inspectors, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Consistently arriving on time, providing clear instructions, maintaining a positive attitude, actively collaborating with colleagues, assuming responsibility for all assigned tasks, and upholding company policies and ethical standards.
• Resolving personnel- or project-related conflicts that may arise during the execution of work.
• Reporting to job sites as directed. Traveland work at remote locations requiring out-of-town stays for periods of a few days to several weeks at a time may be required.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• 5+ years of verifiable Laborer Experience, with increased responsibilities that demonstrate ability to be a crew lead and/or supervisory role. Pay commensurate with knowledge, capabilities, and experience.
• Ability to safely and effectively manage a crew of 2 to 4 workers performing a variety of general construction activities.
• Physical strength and stamina required to complete strenuous work for long shifts outdoors.
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal communication and comprehension skills.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and documentation.
• Consistent professionalism and positivity.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in a team environment.
• Valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and annual physicals, including alcohol/drug screening.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• HAZWOPER 40-hour training preferred.
• Experience operating various types of small equipment, trailers, and flatbed trucks and performing a variety of labor tasks preferred.

Benefits:

• Insurance:
  • Medical (HMO/PPO)
  • Dental PPO
  • Vision
  • Life
  • Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 paid holidays in addition to vacation time

Hourly range: $30.00 - $40.00

Notice to California Applicants:

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