Concrete Laborer

Education Requirement

A high school diploma or GED is preferred with basic reading and writing skills.

Experience Requirement

• 1+ years experience in construction preferred

Special Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively and take instructions
• Construction experience, concrete knowledge

Travel Requirement

• Open to travel

Position

Concrete Laborer

Location

Primarily in Williamsburg, VA

Travel

• Open to regional travel

Pay

$18.00/hr - $24.00/hr (Based on experience)

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Concrete Skilled Laborers to join our Wagman Heavy Civil, Inc. team at our Williamsburg, VA project. Reporting to direct supervisor, Laborers are responsible for assisting the crews on site to complete construction related tasks. Tasks on this site would include: assisting pipe laying crew and other crews with carrying and setting up materials such as shovels, rigging, signaling, maintenance of traffic, chipping concrete, helping pour concrete and other site specific tasks. This position works along with the entire Project Team to support the completion of assigned construction projects and ensures quality work is executed in a timely fashion. This is a safety sensitive position requiring work on construction sites with various safety hazards inherent in heavy construction. This position is subject to drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED; can be replaced with relevant work experience
• Reliable transportation
• Experience in Heavy Highway and/or bridge construction preferred
• Familiar with paving, concrete, highway and/or bridge construction and all other highway construction scopes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented

Essential Functions

• Carry, load, unload and stack materials
• Lay out materials and assist experienced crew members
• Dig with pick and shovel
• Shovel, rake, spread and vibrate concrete into place
• Climb embankments and ladders to carry material to various work sites on project as needed
• Jackhammer and saw cut concrete, chipping concrete
• Clean up project site of debris

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds from ground level to waist level and 30 pounds to above shoulder level throughout work shift.
• Continuous standing and walking required throughout a scheduled work shift
• Must be able to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation tasks with both hands
• Must be able to climb ladders
• Must be able to work at heights up to 150 feet
• Must be able to bend, squat, kneel and crawl
• Must be able to work outdoors in wet, muddy, cold, hot and humid weather

Company Benefits

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Company Paid Disability and Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs and Incentives, that include Orthopedic Care
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Our Values

• Integrity
• Mutual Respect
• Safety
• Innovation
• Sense of Urgency
• Community

Wagman Culture

• Family Business
• Safe and Healthy Work Environment
• Diverse and Inclusive Work Experiences
• Sense of Belonging

Equal Opportunity Employer

We recognize and value our diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Wagman is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.