Mechanical General Laborer - Norfolk, VA - RQ Construction Jobs

RQ Construction LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical General Laborer to join a dynamic team at a prominent naval shipyard. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in hands-on construction work while fostering a culture of safety and continuous learning. You'll be responsible for performing various physical tasks, utilizing hand and power tools, and assisting skilled tradespeople. The company values its workforce and is committed to providing on-the-job training and certifications, ensuring your growth within the federal construction market. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a supportive environment, this position is for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K) with Match

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in commercial construction preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical labor tasks using hand and power tools.
• Assist other craft workers while maintaining safety practices.

Skills

Physical Labor

Carpentry Skills

Safety Practices

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Forklift

Scissor Lift

Job description

Pay Type: per hour
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K) with Match

Are you looking for a career in the construction industry with endless potential? Do you desire to work in a culture of learning and growing together, fostering continual growth with diversity of knowledge and skills within the federal construction market sector? If so, please read on!

RQ Construction is quickly becoming one of the leading players in the commercial & government industry on the East Coast. We are currently seeking Mechanical General Laborer candidates to join our team at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, Virginia.

Why RQ? Our people are incredible and that is what makes it a great place to work. We value people over all other things. We are committed to the safety, continued training, and career development of our workforce.

As a Mechanical General Laborer, you will be responsible for performing tasks that involve physical labor using hand and power tools of all types, with prior carpentry skills preferred. You may also assist other craft workers in their duties, while cleaning and preparing sites, cleaning up rubble and debris, and removing other non-hazardous waste materials. This position may operate one or several types of power construction equipment, all while implementing the required safety practices in support of RQ's Mission, Vision, and Values. RQ Construction believes in the growth and development of our employees, so on-the-job training and certifications are provided per the project's needs for safety, equipment operations, etc. Prevailing wages will be paid for work performed on the military installation.

Pay: $20.00 - 25.00 per hour

Qualifications are as follows:

• A high school diploma or GED is the preferred minimum formal education for this position.
• Two or more years (or equivalent) field or trade work experience in commercial construction required; government, military, or large commercial construction experience preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred; specific training or certificates in the following preferred:
  • Forklift/Manlift training and certificate
  • Fall protection training
  • Scissor lift/boom lift certificate
  • OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour
  • Trenching & Shoring training
  • Confined Space Training
  • Lockout/Tagout training

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.