Webber - Utility Laborer - Heavy Civil WOA

About the role

Performs a variety of manual duties across multiple projects and tasks where demands require workmen with varied experience and ability to work without close direction. May be a second step in learning a skill.

Responsibilities

• Lift, carry and hold construction materials, tools and supplies
• Clean tools, equipment, materials and work area
• Dig, spread and level dirt, sand and gravel using a pick, shovel or rake
• Assist equipment operators in positioning machines, verifying grades and signaling operators to dumping positions to maintain grades as directed
• Mix, pour and spread concrete, asphalt, gravel and other materials using hand tools
• Direct common laborers in pouring concrete
• Erect shoring and bracing
• Assist in installation of pipe
• Use power tools and air tools
• Install and maintain erosion control
• Assist in other operations as designated by the supervisor

Requirements

• Move throughout a construction jobsite which includes minor obstacles including climbing ladders and inclines, operating heavy equipment, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures
• Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill

Safety Policies and Practices

The employee in this job must be knowledgeable about and follow the company’s safety policies and procedures as described in the company’s safety manual.

Education

Less than high school diploma

Experience

Three or more years of related construction experience preferred

Physical Activity Level

Heavy physical activity performing strenuous day activities of a primarily productive/technical nature

Manual Dexterity

Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with the fingers; ability to perceive attributes of objects and materials

Working Conditions

• Outdoor exposure to changing weather conditions (rain, sun, snow, wind, etc.)
• Regular exposure to outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat
• Frequent exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; and high and/or precarious places
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud

Pre-Employment Screening

• Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America to qualify for employment with the Company
• Candidates who are identified and selected for a field position are required to complete and pass a medical exam to ensure physical and/or mental capacity to complete the tasks required by the job