Webber - Laborer - Heavy Civil

Ferrovial Agroman SA; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking entry-level construction assistants to support skilled craft workers and Foreman. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn valuable skills in a dynamic construction environment. Responsibilities include manual labor tasks such as digging, transporting materials, and maintaining a clean work area. Candidates should be prepared for heavy physical activity and have the ability to communicate effectively. Join a team dedicated to delivering intelligent solutions and make a meaningful impact in the construction industry. This is a great first step for anyone looking to build a career in construction.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Heavy physical activity and manual dexterity required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Foreman and skilled craft workers with construction tasks.
• Perform routine tasks such as digging, lifting, and cleaning.

Skills

Manual Dexterity

Communication Skills

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Heavy Equipment

Job description

About us:

Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community. Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.

Job Description:

Overview

Assist Foreman and skilled craft workers in performing their assigned duties under close supervision. Usually an entry level position as the first step to learn a skill.

Job Duties

• Dig, spread, and level dirt, sand, and gravel using hand tools
• Lift, carry, and manually transport construction materials, tools, and supplies
• Clean tools, equipment, materials, and the work area
• Mix and spread concrete, asphalt, gravel, and other materials using hand tools
• Join, wrap, and seal sections of pipe
• Perform a variety of routine non-machine tasks such as removing forms, filling excavations, placing pipe sections in trench, and assembling sections of pipe
• Perform a variety of machine tasks such as tapping soil, jack hammering, and assisting in the fusing of pipe
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill
• Other unlisted duties will be assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred but not required
• Ability to communicate in English via verbal and written communications
• Move throughout a construction jobsite which includes minor obstacles including climbing ladders and inclines, operating heavy equipment, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Heavy physical activity performing strenuous day activities of a primarily productive/technical nature.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with the fingers and perceives attributes of objects and materials.
• Work outdoors with exposure to changing weather conditions such as rain, sun, snow, and wind