Construction Worker General

About the Role

Vaughn, a regional commercial construction company in Texas, is seeking a laborer to join our team. We specialize in building higher education, healthcare, and research facilities, leveraging advanced technology like drones, laser scanners, 3D modeling, and 3D printing. At Vaughn, we foster a family-like environment, prioritizing safety, integrity, teamwork, excellence, and work ethic. Our goal is to provide life-changing opportunities for our employees while delivering exceptional projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform strenuous manual labor in heavy construction projects.
• Unload, carry, place, and secure concrete reinforcing steel and accessories using tie wire.
• Manually excavate and fill trenches and ditches.
• Handle and store materials.
• Place and finish concrete using hand and power tools, including troweling machines.
• Prepare for concrete pours by installing embedded items and cleaning.
• Perform concrete patching, repairing, and rubbing.
• Construct built-in-place or prefabricated wooden forms for molding concrete structures.
• Man entry and egress gates to control jobsite access (gate attendant).
• Assist in demolition activities.
• Operate pneumatic hammers, vibrators, and tampers.
• Operate electric-powered tools.
• Signal operators to guide equipment movement and provide assistance.
• Operate large powered machinery and equipment.
• Follow safety rules and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• 6 months to one year of construction experience.
• Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.

Skills

• Knowledge of equipment, materials, and supplies used in heavy construction work.
• Basic knowledge of first aid and safety precautions.
• Ability to work independently and follow a work schedule.
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects, walk, stand for long periods, and perform strenuous labor in adverse conditions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using equipment and tools safely and properly.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Dependable punctuality and consistent attendance.