Laborer 1

About the Role

A Helper will assist with various manual needs of the construction work being performed on a Power Plant, including moving equipment, digging, retrieving equipment, standing by for fire safety, and any other work instructed by a supervisor or journeyman.

Responsibilities

• Perform a large range of manual activities such as moving equipment, digging, and retrieving equipment
• Stand by for fire safety and use fire extinguishers
• Climb structures and scaffolding
• Use rigging and hoisting devices (e.g., chokers, chain falls, come-alongs) to move equipment and materials
• Conduct preventative maintenance, including lubrication and repairing worn parts
• Follow directions from supervisors

Requirements

• Must meet all physical demands of the role (see Physical Requirements)
• Experience using industrial hand tools and power tools
• Reliable transportation and ability to work 7 days a week as needed
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and power tools
• Good problem-solving abilities and manual dexterity
• Good reading comprehension and communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team
• Commitment to safety rules and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Former Zachry employee
• Basic mechanical knowledge
• Experience on an industrial construction site
• Formal or technical education

Physical Requirements

• Adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting
• Communicate through talking and hearing
• Good dexterity with hands and fingers for precision adjustments
• Use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and tools
• Lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs
• Occasionally work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and work off platforms
• Use vision abilities for focus, distance, color, depth perception, and peripheral vision
• Work outside in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, wind) for up to 12 hours a day
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, and steel-toe boots