Pile Driver

Kiewit; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a hands-on laborer for pile-driving tasks on heavy construction projects in Port Arthur, TX. You will assemble leads, rig equipment, and coordinate crane movements, following designs and safety rules.

This role requires physical work, outdoor conditions, and the ability to lift and climb as required. Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic tool proficiency, and the ability to read plans and communicate clearly with supervision.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent with field experience.
• Ability to understand and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Safety-conscious with tool handling knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assembling pile driving leads and rigging equipment.
• Shakeout items for crane hoisting and signaling coordination.
• Load, transport, and unload materials and tools.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

Reading and interpreting plans

Written and oral communication

Tool handling safety

Crane/rigging coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

Requisition ID: 189613

Position Summary

Perform tasks involving physical labor at heavy construction projects. Responsible for multiple types of activities required to perform the driving of different types of piles using various equipment in accordance with design drawings, specifications and instructions.

Experience Level

Intermediate

Primary Responsibilities And Duties

• Assembling pile driving leads, connecting hoses, rigging material and equipment.
• Shakeout of items to be installed into erectable sequence and rigging of same for crane hoisting with a thorough knowledge and use of crane signals.
• Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies.
• Assist other craft workers as needed

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.
• Read and interpret plans, instructions, and specifications to carry out work activities

Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.