Skilled Laborer

Shirley Contracting Company, LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in highway and roadway infrastructure development is seeking Skilled Laborers for various jobsites in Virginia. The role involves outdoor work in all seasons, operating hand and power tools, and performing manual labor. Candidates must be comfortable with physical tasks and safety protocols. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ and authorized to work in the US full-time.
• Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform flagging, traffic closures, and related tasks.
• Prepare sites and clean up rubble and debris.
• Install erosion and sediment controls.

Skills

Communication

Manual Labor

Safety Awareness

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Shirley Contracting Company, LLC - Skilled Laborer Position

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.

We are accepting applications for Skilled Laborers to join our team.

Qualifications

1. Work in outdoor environments in all seasons
2. Be comfortable working alongside heavy equipment and communicating 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. Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening

Responsibilities

1. Perform flagging, traffic closures, and related tasks as assigned
2. Prepare sites, dig trenches, support excavation sides with braces, clean up rubble, debris, and waste materials
3. Install erosion and sediment controls (e.g., silt fence, gutter buddies)
4. Perform manual labor supporting various projects
5. Wear safety gear including safety toe boots, long pants, and appropriate shirts; PPE provided
6. Handle a variety of tasks daily
7. Maintain the company's health and safety standards
8. Establish positive relationships with customers and co-workers

Job Details

• Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
• Location: Various jobsites
• Hours: Start between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM; overtime, nights, and weekends may be required

Benefits

Competitive salary, health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K with company match and contribution, paid time off, and holidays.

Qualifications

Applicants must be 18+, authorized to work in the US full-time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Shirley Contracting Company is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of sex, race, age, or other protected statuses. We promote a drug-free workplace.

Applicants have rights under federal laws including FMLA, EEO, and EPPA. For more information, visit the EEOC website.

About Us

Based in Lorton, Virginia, Shirley Contracting has been a key player in highway and roadway infrastructure development since 1974. We are a subsidiary of Clark Construction Group.

Contact

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

Clark Construction Group is also an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.