Skilled Heavy Construction Laborer

Casella Construction, Inc.; Vermont; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Holidays and PTO

EAP

401(k) with matching

Job summary

Casella Construction, Inc. is seeking Skilled Heavy Construction Laborers to join our Construction Division. You will support hands-on heavy construction work across a variety of project types, learn from experienced crew members, and contribute to projects from start to finish.

Ideal candidates enjoy outdoor work, prioritize safety and teamwork, and take pride in delivering quality work efficiently. You will gain exposure to diverse tasks in heavy civil construction, including site development,

Qualifications

• Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and nights.
• Must be able to travel out of town for short assignments as needed.
• Proficiency in math and reading.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Performs core labor duties including site prep, material handling, cleanup, tool use, traffic control, and daily paperwork.
• Guides other laborers on tasks and equipment.
• Maintains tools and equipment.
• Spreads gravel, asphalt and other materials.
• Installs water and sewer lines as directed.
• Completes required training in person and online.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Casella Construction is seeking Skilled Heavy Construction Laborers to join our Construction Division. In this role, you will support hands‑on heavy construction work across a variety of project types, learn from experienced crew members, and contribute to projects from start to finish.

The ideal candidate for this position enjoys physical outdoor work, values safety and teamwork, and takes pride in helping crews complete quality work efficiently. This role is well suited for someone who wants to continue developing their skills within their abilities while gaining exposure to the diverse work found in heavy civil construction, including site development, utilities, grading, demolition, materials handling, and winter maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains a safe work environment
• Independently performs core construction labor duties, including jobsite preparation, material handling, cleanup, tool use, traffic control, equipment spotting, daily paperwork, and basic utility support, while also completing higher‑level tasks with limited supervision
• Guides other laborers on tasks and equipment
• Responsible for the proper maintenance of all tools and equipment
• Spreads gravel, asphalt, and other materials over surfaces
• Installs water and sewer lines as assigned or directed
• Follows verbal and written instructions and performs tasks with little to no supervision
• Completes daily paperwork
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Completes required training, both in person and online, as needed or required

Winter Maintenance Responsibilities:

• Requires the ability to plow snow during the winter months across various locations in the state of Vermont and New Hampshire
• Must be able tooperatesnow removal equipment such as snowplows, salt spreaders, and snow blowers
• Must be proficient in handling both light and heavy‑duty vehicles equipped for snow removal, ensuring safe and clear passage on roads and pathways
• Must be able to work incold weatherconditions and perform physical labor as needed

Qualifications:

• Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions
• Ability to remain flexible as assignments change
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work some weekends and nights, as needed
• Must be able to travel out of town for a day or up to a week, as needed
• Ability to participate in regulatory training, including First Aid/CPR, OSHA 10, Flagging, and Spotter training
• HAZWOPER 40hr certification
• Familiar with safety protocols
• Proficiency in math and reading
• Must be 18 years or older
• High School or GED preferred
• Valid Driver’s License
• 3-5 years of experience as a construction laborer
• Experience with HDPE welding and water/sewer pipe installation
• Experience with concrete finishing
• Experience with building demolition
• Experience with construction jobsite layouts and grading

Physical Requirements:

• Must have the physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete work in various areas
• Must be able to stand, walk, and climb inclines for the duration of the shift
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally with assistance
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather

Attributes:

• Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions
• Ability to remain flexible as assignments change
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with coworkers and supervisor
• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Possess a positive attitude and desire to learn
• Sound knowledge of construction and practical experience with tools and equipment
• Organized with a systematic approach to achieve accuracy and efficiency
• Great hand, eye, and foot coordination
• Exhibit attention to detail
• Familiar with Safety Protocols.
• Proficiency in math and reading

Compensation and Benefits:

Casella Construction offers competitive wages and a full benefits package to eligible employees that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurances
• Voluntary Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with up-to 4% company match and immediate vesting

Hourly Hiring Range Starting:

$24.82/hr. - $27.41/hr.

This range reflects the base pay we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting, considering current market conditions and industry benchmarks.

Final and individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job‑related reasons.

Who We Are:

Joseph Casella and John Casella II are the second generation of the Casella family, carrying on a legacy that was built on hard work, grit, determination, and most of all, innovation. Together with a team equally committed to exemplifying the highest industry standards, and reinventing systems to create effective solutions when old methods no longer serve new thinking. Casella Construction has evolved to become an industry‑leading company in the field.

Our strength is in our team, who we continue to invest in and depend on to help expand critical areas of our business, including heavy highway construction, demolition, utility installation, environmental contracting, commercial site development, land management, aggregate, transportation, and fleet maintenance.

Casella Construction’s success is attributed to our employees’ love of the industry, our leadership’s drive to remain at the forefront of technology and environmental stewardship, and our collective ability to thrive in dynamic situations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Casella Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Attributes:

At Casella Construction, we are looking for team members who bring a strong work ethic, a commitment to safety, and a willingness to learn and grow. Successful employees take pride in their work, communicate clearly, show up prepared, and contribute positively to the crew and the company.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.