Skilled Laborer - Primoris Heavy Civil - Holden, LA

7 James Construction Group, LLC; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

Medical, dental, vision coverage

LTD/STD

401(k) with company match

ESP P (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Award-winning safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Heavy Civil is seeking a laborer to support construction projects in Holden, LA. The role involves assisting craft workers, operating basic equipment, and maintaining a safe, organized worksite.

You will shovel, rake, dig, and lift materials; assist with setting up scaffolding, forms, and temporary structures; load/unload materials; and help keep the site clean and compliant with safety rules. This entry-level position emphasizes teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in construction or related field is a plus.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, bending, and kneeling.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Perform general construction labor including shoveling, raking, digging, and lifting materials.
• Assist with assembly/disassembly of temporary structures, scaffolding, and forms.
• Load and unload materials and equipment from trucks and other vehicles.
• Clean and prepare sites by removing debris and hazards.
• Operate hand and power tools under supervision.
• Assist skilled craft workers with their tasks.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Follow instructions

Physical stamina

Work ethic

Outdoor readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Overview: Primoris Heavy Civil is seeking a skilled laborer to perform various physical tasks supporting construction projects in Holden, LA. This role involves assisting craft workers, operating basic equipment, and maintaining a safe and organized worksite.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform general construction labor including shoveling, raking, digging, and lifting materials.
• Assist with the assembly and disassembly of temporary structures, scaffolding, and forms.
• Load and unload materials and equipment from trucks and other vehicles.
• Clean and prepare construction sites by removing debris and hazardous materials.
• Operate hand and power tools, such as drills, grinders, and hammers, under supervision.
• Assist skilled craft workers (e.g., carpenters, pipefitters, operators) with their tasks.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in construction or a related field is a plus.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must be able to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Reliable transportation to and from the job site in Holden, LA.

Company Overview

Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Power Your Potential

As a premier specialty contractor, we deliver critical infrastructure services to the utility and energy markets throughout the United States and Canada. We’re proud to provide unmatched value to our clients, a safe work environment to our employees, and innovation to our communities. When you’re part of our team, the opportunities are endless. From career advancement to worldclass benefits, we value, safeguard, invest in, and motivate our employees as we build the future, together.