O&M Laborer - Lead

This position supports Louisiana Bridge Builders by performing a variety of physical labor tasks, training, and site management in Lake Charles, LA.

Responsibilities

• Provides clear instructions and updates to superiors and laborer team members.
• Sets up, maintains, and removes temporary work zones including warning signs, traffic cones, stop/slow paddles, and rumble strips.
• Communicates with other flaggers using hand-held radios to direct two-way traffic onto a single lane.
• Uses hand signals and direction signs to direct traffic around road construction sites.
• Positions warning and detour signs appropriately around the project area.
• Directs traffic at construction sites to ensure the safety of workers, pedestrians, and motorists.
• Sets up and removes traffic control devices such as cones, signs, and barricades.
• Assists in preparing construction sites by loading/unloading materials, setting braces for excavations, erecting scaffolding, and cleaning up rubble, debris, and waste.
• Operates motorized equipment including skid steers, forklifts, jackhammers, cement mixers, and asphalt heaters.
• Digs trenches, compacts earth, and backfills holes.
• Loads and unloads materials and equipment.
• Picks up trash, drainage inlet debris, tools, and equipment daily to eliminate hazards.
• Understands work directions and communicates effectively with job site foremen, supervisors, and fellow employees.
• Maintains awareness of concurrent jobsite activities, including other employees, contractors, stationary equipment, and mobile equipment.
• Performs all other assigned duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

• 3+ years of related general construction lead laborer experience with traffic management experience.
• Valid and current driver’s license.
• Ability to pass traffic management training courses and obtain certifications for operating motorized equipment (e.g., forklift, backhoe, front-end loader).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be on-call during designated periods outside regular working hours, with the ability to respond within one hour.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and adaptable to changing programs and processes.

Skills

• Effective written and verbal communication in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Embraces change and encourages innovative approaches.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally (up to 33% of the time): Activities not listed as frequent or constant.
• Frequently (33%–66% of the time): Physical labor tasks such as lifting, digging, and operating equipment.
• Constantly (more than 66% of the time): Maintaining awareness of jobsite activities and ensuring safety protocols.