Laborer - PennDOT

Job Summary

About the role

This hourly, non-exempt position performs a variety of manual labor tasks related to general site/highway construction as assigned by supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Exercise proper care and use of all related hand tools.
• Exercise proper care and use of all related power tools including, but not limited to, pumps, generators, saws, drills, and compaction equipment.
• Ensure proper handling and placement of all construction materials.
• Perform general housekeeping at the job site; maintain a neat and organized job site.
• Work in a safe manner around all equipment.
• Work in trenches or other confined spaces when accompanied by other qualified workers.
• Report any unsafe practices/situations to Foreman.
• Work cooperatively with supervisory personnel, and all co-workers.
• Wear personal protection equipment at all times on job sites and dress in accordance with company policy.
• Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
• May operate or be trained to operate heavy equipment, such as skid steer, roller, paver, screed, etc.
• Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Qualifications

• Prefer valid driver's license for the state in which you reside with acceptable driving record per company minimum standards for drivers preferred.
• Prefer ability to operate small trucks and vans (non-CDL).
• Must successfully complete PennDOT Flagger Training Course.
• Prefer high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer some level of prior experience in construction or related fields.
• Minimum one year of working around heavy and highway construction equipment preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Constant (67%-%100) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently.
• Constant (67%-%100) Ability to walk, bend, lift and stand for long periods of time in outdoor weather.
• Constant (67%-%100) Ability to work in field environments with exposure to dust, inclement weather conditions, extreme heat, noise, vibrations and a variety of petroleum products.
• Constant (67%-%100) Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.