Skilled Laborer

Shirley Contracting Company, LLC; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Lorton, Virginia, is seeking Skilled Laborers for full-time, year-round positions. Candidates will work on various tasks, including site preparation and compliance with safety policies. The role requires physical stamina and effective communication skills. Benefits include competitive salary and comprehensive insurance.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screening.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform flagging, traffic closures, and relevant tasks.
• Clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, and remove waste materials.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies.

Skills

Communication

Manual Labor

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Shirley Contracting Company, LLC is accepting applications for Skilled Laborers to join our team.

Shirley prides itself on attracting, developing, and retaining the best employees in the industry. We hire ambitious and dedicated professionals at all levels of our organization.

Qualifications

1. Work in outdoor environments in all seasons.
2. Be comfortable working alongside heavy equipment and able to communicate effectively with operators, workers, and pedestrians.
3. Be comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces with safety equipment and training.
4. Perform moderate to heavy lifting (more than 15 pounds), pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling, crawling, climbing, and squatting regularly.
5. Have working knowledge of hand and power tools.
6. Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

1. Perform flagging, traffic closures, and relevant tasks as assigned.
2. Clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces, clean rubble and debris, and remove waste materials.
3. Install erosion and sediment controls (e.g., silt fence, gutter buddies).
4. Willingness to perform manual labor supporting projects.
5. Wear PPE including safety toe boots, long pants, and long-sleeve shirts; PPE will be provided.
6. Work on various tasks within the day.
7. Ensure compliance with health and safety policies.
8. Maintain positive relationships with customers and co-workers.

Additional Details

• Job Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
• Locations: Various jobsites
• Working Hours: Start between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM; overtime, nights, and weekends may be required.
• Benefits include: Competitive salary, health/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K with company match, paid time off, and holidays.
• Applicants must be 18+ and authorized to work in the US full-time.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Shirley Contracting Company and its affiliates are committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or other protected statuses. We promote a drug-free workplace.

Applicants' rights are protected under federal laws including FMLA, EEO, and EPPA. For more information, visit the provided links.

About Shirley Contracting

Based in Lorton, Virginia, Shirley Contracting has been a leading provider of transportation and heavy civil construction services in the Mid-Atlantic since 1974, contributing significantly to highway and roadway infrastructure development.

Contact

If accommodations are needed during the application process, contact the HR department at 703-550-8100 or [e-mail].