Skilled Laborer

Prince Contracting, LLC; Georgia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince Contracting, LLC is seeking a Skilled Laborer to support heavy civil construction projects including roadways, bridges, and utilities. The role involves assisting with formwork, concrete work, material handling, and grade preparation while maintaining safety and efficiency as part of a field crew.

Responsibilities include measuring, staking, grading, and operating hand and power tools. Candidates should be able to follow directions, work independently or in a team, and comply with safety

Qualifications

• Ability to follow work directions and communicate effectively with supervisors and crew.
• Experience in heavy civil or related construction preferred.
• Ability to read measurements, grades, and construction layouts.

Responsibilities

• Measure distances from grade stakes and establish reference lines for construction activities.
• Drive stakes and stretch string lines to establish grades and elevations.
• Build, align, brace, nail, bolt, and dismantle forms as required.
• Signal equipment operators to ensure safe alignment and operation of construction equipment.
• Grade and level earth, aggregate, asphalt, and other materials using hand tools and shovels.

Skills

Reading measurements

Reading grades & layouts

Job description

Job Summary

The Skilled Laborer performs a variety of heavy civil construction tasks in support of roadway, bridge, utility, and infrastructure projects. This position assists with grade preparation, formwork, concrete work, material handling, and other construction activities while working safely and efficiently as part of a field crew.

Job Description

• Measure distances from grade stakes and establish reference lines for construction activities.
• Drive stakes and stretch string lines to establish grades and elevations.
• Build, align, brace, nail, bolt, and dismantle forms as required.
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate safe alignment, movement, and operation of construction equipment.
• Grade and level earth, aggregate, asphalt, and other materials using hand tools, shovels, picks, and rakes.
• Mix, place, and finish concrete and apply caulking or sealing materials as required.
• Cut lumber and assist with forming, concrete, and general construction activities.
• Remove projections from concrete surfaces and assist with cleanup and finishing operations.
• Install pipe hangers and assist with utility and drainage construction activities.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and small equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and project requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Ability to follow work directions and communicate effectively with supervisors and fellow employees.
• Experience in heavy civil, roadway, bridge, utility, or related construction preferred.
• Ability to read measurements, grades, and construction layouts.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to perform a variety of construction tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a crew.
• Must be able to climb on and off construction equipment safely.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Must comply with all company safety requirements.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and rain.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, push, pull, and climb throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 60 pounds as needed.
• Ability to work around heavy equipment, construction traffic, and active jobsites.
• Ability to work extended hours, including occasional weekends, based on project requirements.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

EEO/DFWP/ “Minorities, Females, Disabled, Vets”