Laborer - Kettle River

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.
• Maintain 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
• Perform other related duties as required
• Dispose of garbage according to set policies and procedures
• Report any damage immediately to supervisor

Qualifications

• A valid driver license
• 6 months of prior experience as a laborer on remote construction
• High School Diploma or GED
• Three or more years’ experience as a laborer on remote construction
• MSHA certification
• Knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power tools
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain equipment and follow related procedures
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor
• Ability 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 successfully
• Ability 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

Working Conditions

• Exposure to inclement weather
• Extreme cold
• Extreme heat
• Wet and/or humid
• Frequent noise from equipment
• Occasional normal equipment vibration
• Possible diesel fumes
• Moving mechanical parts
• Radiant energy
• Toxic or caustic chemicals
• Aware of the potential hazards of working around equipment