Pipe Layer/ Laborer

CRH; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Laborer to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing a variety of construction duties, including operating heavy equipment and assisting with utility and highway projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety and teamwork, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and effectively. With a focus on employee empowerment and development, this company offers a supportive environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career. If you are ready for a rewarding challenge, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental benefits

Disability benefits

Retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Ability to perform manual tasks safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform job site clean-up and setup safety measures.
• Assist in various construction duties as required.

Skills

Excavation

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excavators

Backhoes

Laser Level

Job description

Job ID: 505269

Reynolds Excavation, Demolition & Utilities is a CRH Company.Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Position Overview

The General Laborer is responsible for safely performing a variety of construction duties to assist the highway, utility, grade crews or at various on-site plant locations. This position involves various manual tasks. Work will be performed per the supervisor's instruction, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters.
• Locate utilities and other buried lines prior to digging.
• Shovel earth/dirt to prepare ground trenches for pipes.
• May dig up existing ground pipes and other debris with manual tools as needed.
• Guide pipes into place while equipment operator maneuvers pipes attached with chains/guide wires.
• Attach trench box to chains/guide wires so it can be lowered or lifted by the equipment operator.
• Attach pipes to chains/guide wires.
• Cut pipe and connect pipe using misc. tools, lubricants, glue/grout.
• Build couplings, connectors, and mechanical joints using parts and tools.
• Set up and move laser level/tripod and pipe lasers.
• Perform job site clean-up.
• Fence off job site areas for safety purposes. Set up barricades and safety cones.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Keep machines cleaned and maintained.
• Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards.
• Keep time and material records.
• Travel to and from various locations.
• Routinely assist other members of the work force in different areas of production.
• May operate heavy equipment to include front end loader, excavator, backhoe, or other equipment as needed.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

• Previous related experience in the construction field is a plus.

  Work Requirements

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

• Ability to write correspondences and memos.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Inventory and Order processing systems; uses job specific computer system for ticketing and two way radio for communications.

• May be subject to drug testing, and physical agilities testing.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

• 1 year of experience working on excavation sites and have experience laying water, sewer & storm drain preferred

Key Competencies

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional employee situations; Responds promptly to employee needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.

• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee isoccasionallyrequired to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee mustoccasionallylift and/or move anywhere up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• Aninclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Reynolds Excavation, Demolition & Utilities, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.