Skilled Laborer/CDL Driver

Phillips, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips, Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a construction laborer with a valid Class A CDL to perform physical work at job sites. You will haul small equipment, assist skilled trades, read basic plans, and follow safety guidelines to ensure accurate work and safe operations.

The role involves operating hand and power tools, preparing materials, and supporting concrete tasks under supervision. A high school diploma is preferred and on-the-job training is required, with pre-employment physical

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; on-the-job training required.
• Two years of forestry work experience preferred.
• Experience with equipment operation, concrete work, or trade support is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Clean or prepare construction sites to eliminate hazards.
• Load, unload, or identify materials and tools and distribute them.
• Operate hand and power tools including drills, saws, grinders.
• Assist with setup and operation of light equipment such as skid steers or trenchers.
• Measure, cut, and prepare materials per specifications.
• Assist skilled trades with precision tasks.
• Perform basic concrete work including forming, pouring, finishing.
• Read basic grade stakes or plans to support layout work.
• Maintain tools and report any malfunctions or safety concerns.
• Follow safety considerations as directed by foreman/supervisor.

Skills

CDL Class A

Physical labor

Reading plans

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma preferred

On-the-job training required

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Light equipment

Drills

Grinders

Job description

Summary

Must have a valid Class A CDL Driver's License. Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types. Haul small equipment such as skid steer loader to and from job sites and work as a laborer within a crew. Perform skilled labor tasks including operating light equipment, reading basic plans or grade stakes, and assisting skilled trades (e.g., carpenters, operators, pipelayers) as needed. Must be able to follow specific directions; perform a variety of duties which may often change; work within standards of accuracy; repeat tasks according to set procedures and safety requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean or prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.


• Load, unload, or identify building materials, machinery, or tools, distributing them to the appropriate locations.


• Operate hand and power tools, including drills, saws, compactors, and grinders.


• Assist with the setup and operation of light equipment such as skid steers, small excavators, or trenchers as directed.


• Measure, cut, and prepare materials for installation according to specifications.


• Assist skilled trades (carpenters, pipelayers, equipment operators) with tasks requiring precision or specialized technique.


• Perform basic concrete work, including forming, pouring, and finishing as directed.


• Read and interpret basic grade stakes, markings, or plans to support layout work.


• Maintain tools and equipment, reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns.


• Ability to understand and comply with safety considerations as set herein and as directed by the foreman/supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Education and Experience

High school diploma preferred, and on-the-job training required. Two years of forestry work experience required. Prior experience with skilled labor tasks (equipment operation, concrete work, or trade support) preferred.

Candidates that accept an offer of employment are required to undergo and successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination. This exam is essential to ensure that all potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical professional to assess overall physical health, identify any potential medical conditions that could interfere with job performance, and verify that the candidate is capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position.

Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process.

Accessibility

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