Water Treatment Plant Construction Laborer

MWH Constructors, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

MWH Constructors is seeking a Construction Laborer to support a wastewater treatment plant project in Austin, Texas. The role involves general labor across carpentry, concrete, mechanical, and civil crews, plus site preparation, material handling, and safety compliance.

The position requires at least 18 years old, a High School Diploma or GED, and 1+ year of outdoor labor experience. A valid driver’s license and pre-employment screenings are required, with opportunities for growth in a

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 1+ year of construction or outdoor labor experience preferred.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must communicate information, directions, and tasks.
• Ability to perform duties safely and be physically fit.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform general construction labor to support carpentry, concrete, mechanical, and civil crews.
• Assist with excavation support, trenching, backfilling, and site prep.
• Move and stage materials, tools, and equipment.
• Support concrete operations including formwork prep, placing, vibrating, and curing protection.
• Install and remove temporary works like barricades and erosion control.
• Demolish, clean, and remove debris from facilities.
• Operate basic hand and power tools.
• Assist skilled trades as directed.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and access ways.
• Follow safety requirements including PPE, confined space, trench safety, lockout/tagout.

Skills

Construction experience

Outdoor labor

Physically demanding work

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

MWH Constructors is seeking a Construction Laborer to support a wastewater treatment plant project in Austin, Texas. The role involves general labor across carpentry, concrete, mechanical, and civil crews, plus site preparation, material handling, and safety compliance.

The position requires at least 18 years old, a High School Diploma or GED, and 1+ year of outdoor labor experience. A valid driver’s license and pre-employment screenings are required, with opportunities for growth in a