Laborer

About the role

Posillico is a multi-disciplined and diversified construction company with business units including Civil/Foundation, Wastewater Division, Environmental Division, Utilities Division, Drilling Division, Paving Division, Posillico Consulting LLC, Posillico Developmental LLC, and Posillico Materials, LLC. The company emphasizes a “people first, think safety” culture and aims to complete projects safely, on time, on target, and on budget while positively impacting the community.

The Heavy Civil Construction Laborer performs physical labor on heavy civil construction projects, including highways, bridges, roads, drainage systems, and other infrastructure projects. This position supports craft workers and equipment operators to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor duties on heavy civil construction projects
• Assist with site preparation, grading, excavation, and backfilling
• Load, unload, move, and distribute construction materials and equipment
• Assist with the installation of drainage systems, pipes, culverts, and other underground utilities
• Support concrete work, including preparing forms, placing materials, and cleaning work areas
• Use hand tools and basic power tools safely and properly
• Maintain a clean and organized job site
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, hazards, and incidents to the supervisor
• Assist equipment operators and other craft workers as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

• Previous construction experience preferred but not required
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, bending, standing, and walking for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Willingness to learn construction techniques, tools, and safety procedures
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment
• Use arms and hands to reach for, handle, and manipulate objects

Work environment

This position involves working outdoors on active heavy civil construction sites, which may include exposure to noise, dust, heavy equipment, uneven terrain, and varying weather conditions.

Safety responsibilities

All employees are expected to follow company safety policies, participate in required safety meetings and training, use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and maintain awareness of their surroundings while working around heavy equipment and active construction operations.

Physical requirements

• Lift and carry materials, sometimes weighing 50 to 100 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb throughout the workday
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks safely
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects while carrying tools and equipment
• Must always wear protective or safety equipment, i.e., safety boots/shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats and follow safety guidelines

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Identity theft protection
• 401(k) plan
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off