Skilled Laborer

Duties/Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or project plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify errors or defects.
• Measure, cut, or shape materials to the specified measurements.
• Operate heavy machinery or drive vehicles, if necessary.
• Perform essential maintenance and repair tasks when necessary.
• Assist with concrete placement, demolition, grading, excavation, formwork, and other job site operations.
• Operate small hand and power tools such as jackhammers, drills, saws, tampers, and compactors.
• Assist skilled tradespeople such as carpenters, masons, and equipment operators.
• Follow all safety regulations and procedures; report unsafe conditions or practices.
• Load and unload construction materials and tools.
• Clean and prepare job sites by removing debris and ensuring safe working conditions.
• Support the setup and breakdown of temporary structures such as scaffolding or traffic control devices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the foreman or superintendent.

Qualifications/Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in heavy highway, bridge, or civil construction preferred.
• Experience working on bridge structures, including concrete, formwork, demolition, or rehabilitation activities.
• Basic ability to read construction plans, measurements, and layout information.
• Working knowledge of construction methods, materials, and safety practices.
• Strong attention to quality, safety, and productivity.
• Able to work independently with limited supervision while contributing as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record preferred.
• Follow oral and written directions and plans.
• Communicate with site supervisors, co-workers, and clients effectively.
• Must be able to stand, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, crawl, walk, and work at heights for extended periods.
• Knowledge of trade tools, equipment, materials, methods, and techniques.
• Lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects while carrying tools and equipment.
• Must be able to work on weekends and at night when needed, sometimes with limited notice.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits offered to eligible employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; FSA; short- and long-term disability; identity theft protection; 401(k); employee assistance program; and paid time off.

Compensation

$24 to $27 per hour commensurate with skills and experience.

Schedule

Reports to Superintendents while taking daily direction from field supervisors staff.

Location

Falls Church, Virginia