General Laborer
MEI Industrial Solutions · North Kingstown, RI · 1 mo ago
Full-time
About the role
As a General Laborer you should have mechanical aptitude and a desire to learn new skills while performing hands-on tasks to assist with concrete services, rigging, and various operational functions in the field.
Responsibilities
- Design and build forms.
- Dig out or break up old concrete.
- Pour concrete and spread and smooth concrete with various relevant tools to meet project specifications.
- Build and install forms.
- Pour and level concrete, screed, bull float, and finish concrete using trowel and power trowel.
- Perform site work and other tasks as assigned.
- Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.
- Test rigging to ensure safety and reliability.
- Attach loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving, using hand and power tools.
- Select gear such as cables, pulleys, and winches according to load weights and sizes, facilities, and work schedules.
- Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces using chain falls, gin poles, gallows frames, and other equipment.
- Tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, and/or around obstacles using multi-point suspension techniques.
- Align, level, and anchor machinery.
- Manipulate rigging lines, hoists, and pulling gear to move or support materials such as heavy equipment.
- Attach pulleys and blocks to fixed overhead structures such as beams and ceilings using bolts and clamps.
- Dismantle and store rigging equipment after use.
- Operate vehicles, mechanized devices, or equipment such as forklifts and passenger vehicles.
- Control machines and processes using control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (excluding computers or vehicles).
Qualifications
- High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred or industry-related experience.
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.
- Ability to operate equipment such as jackhammer, laser level, mini-excavator, and skid steer.
- Ability to communicate and work closely with co-workers and contractors.
- Well-developed safety skills.
- Strong precision skills; must be able to mix, pour, and spread concrete in the proper proportion.
- Embraces company values, vision, mission, and culture.
- Organizational, detail-oriented, and multi-tasking skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work under deadlines and timeframes effectively with a customer service demeanor.
Preferred Skills
- General labor experience preferred; commercial construction and/or concrete laborer experience is a plus.
- Experience using hand and power tools; previous experience using forklifts and other construction equipment is a plus.
- Punctuality, dependability, and strong work ethic are an absolute must.
- Willing to train.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Performs general physical activities requiring considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, or stooping.
- Lifts and/or moves materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Work may be performed in a non-climate-controlled environment with exposure to high noise or low-lit areas.
- Occasional work outdoors with exposure to inclement weather or traversing uneven terrain.
- Must maintain a strong focus on the safety of yourself and everyone at the job site.
- Ability to work in a high-functioning team environment.
- Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism.
- Take pride in your work and in the company.
- Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks.