Laborer - Fort Knox mine

Essential Functions

• Performs a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in mining/heavy construction projects
• Operate light machinery and equipment/hand tools as required in a safe and efficient way
• Operate basic hand tools such as saws, shovels, rakes, etc.
• Operate basic power tools such as plate compactors, cement mixers, etc.
• Maintains a clean job site: picks up all tools and equipment and secures job site each day to eliminate potential hazards
• Provide manual labor assistance on various tasks and assignments
• Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources
• Comply with Company and customer policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures
• Help identify hazardous conditions on the job site
• Dispose of garbage according to set policies and procedures
• Report any damage immediately to supervisor

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably able to perform other tasks satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
• Minimum Education and/or Experience: A valid driver license6 months of prior experience as a laborer on remote construction
• Preferred: High School Diploma or GED.Three or more years’ experience as a laborer on remote construction
• MSHA certification
• Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power toolsKnowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.Knowledge of and ability maintain equipment and follow related proceduresAbility to perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual laborAbility to communicate information in writing so others will understand.Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others.Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.Ability to work independently or as a team member successfullyAbility to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.Ability to meet project schedule with dependability and consistency.Ability to wear protective clothing

Physical Demands

• Sitting: Frequent
• Reaching Overhead: Frequent
• Standing: Frequent
• Walking: Frequent
• Bending/Stooping: Frequent
• Crouching: Frequent
• Fingering: Constant
• Kneeling: Frequent
• Handling: Frequent
• Crawling: Occasionally
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Twisting of Wrist: Occasionally
• Feeling: Occasionally
• Operating Foot Controls: Occasionally
• Lifting: 50 lbs. 100 lbs. Carrying: 10 lbs.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to Inclement Weather: X
• Extreme Cold: X
• Extreme Heat: X
• Wet and/or Humid: X
• Will experience Rain/Snow/Ice on location: X
• Noise: X
• Vibration: X
• Atmospheric Conditions (dust/fumes/etc.): X

Inherent Hazards

• Moving Mechanical Parts: X
• Electric Shock: X
• High, Exposed Places: X
• Radiant Energy: X
• Explosives: X
• Toxic or Caustic Chemicals: X