Excavation Laborer

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a drug-free workplace environment with a random drug testing program.
• Drive a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance.
• Assist with excavation and/or hand excavation of contaminated soils.
• Perform numerous manual duties, including:
  • Operation of both manual and mechanical clearing equipment
  • Operate power washer
  • Direct traffic
  • General housekeeping
  • Fuel equipment and other general construction tasks
• Read and comply with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) which accompany all chemicals present at the hazardous waste site.
• Execute tasks from detailed written and oral instructions.
• Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Read and comply with safety plans, rules, maintenance instructions, training manuals, MSDS’s, warning tags, traffic signs, and procedure manuals.
• Willing to work extended hours.
• Team player who can work independently.
• Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Laborer 1: Zero plus year of construction laborer experience.
• Laborer 2: Two plus years of construction laborer experience.
• Laborer 3: Five plus years of construction laborer experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• TWIC card holder preferred.
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER training (preferred, but not mandatory; company will provide additional training as necessary).
• Competent Person Safety Training.
• 8-Hour Supervisory Training.
• 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training.
• First Aid and CPR.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This role requires:

• Lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Extended standing or walking on project sites.
• Climbing in and out of equipment.
• Working in confined spaces or at heights.
• Possible exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather.

Proper PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots, is required. Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.