Lead Laborer - Construction (Environmental & Civil)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicating project performance effectively with project managers each day.
• Working closely with, and under the direction of, a project manager, foreman, or superintendent.
• Reading construction plans and tracking daily execution progress and quantities, including timely submittals of photos and documentation.
• Installing, maintaining, and/or removing stormwater construction BMPs, such as silt fence, fiber rolls, construction fence, jute net, hydroseeding, etc.
• Assisting with general construction tasks such as working with hand tools, installing underground and above-ground pipe and conduit, backfilling and compacting soil, sweeping, equipment spotting, and traffic flagging for various construction projects involving demolition, earthwork, and underground utilities.
• Safely and efficiently operating small equipment such as forklifts, water trucks, dump trucks, mechanized trenchers, hydroseeders, etc.
• Ensuring compliance with safety plans and project quality requirements.
• Ensuring that all field procedures and safety protocols are followed in compliance with company- and client-specific requirements.
• Interacting appropriately, responsibly, and positively with coworkers, client representatives, inspectors, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Consistently arriving on time, providing clear instructions, maintaining a positive attitude, actively collaborating with colleagues, assuming responsibility for all assigned tasks, and upholding company policies and ethical standards.
• Resolving personnel- or project-related conflicts that may arise during the execution of work.
• Reporting to job sites as directed. Travel and work at remote locations requiring out-of-town stays for periods of a few days to several weeks at a time may be required.

Requirements

• 5+ years of verifiable Laborer Experience, with increased responsibilities that demonstrate ability to be a crew lead and/or supervisory role.
• Physical strength and stamina required to complete strenuous work for long shifts outdoors.
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal communication and comprehension skills.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and documentation.
• Consistent professionalism and positivity.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in a team environment.
• Valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and annual physicals, including alcohol/drug screening.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• HAZWOPER 40-hour training preferred.
• Experience operating various types of small equipment, trailers, and flatbed trucks and performing a variety of labor tasks preferred.

Benefits

• Medical (HMO/PPO)
• Dental PPO
• Vision
• Life
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 paid holidays in addition to vacation time