Skilled Laborer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform construction tasks including framing, and general carpentry based on project requirements.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools such as saws, drills, and hammers.
• Conduct work on elevated platforms, scaffolds and ladders as necessary.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts and scissor lifts as required and when properly authorized.
• Read and interpret construction blueprints, drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate work.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas by removing debris and supporting site housekeeping efforts.
• Receive, unload, and distribute construction materials and equipment to designated locations on the job site.
• Assist with quality control by ensuring work meets project specifications and industry standards.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Collaborate with supervisors, contractors, and team members to meet project schedules and objectives.
• Communicate progress, concerns, and safety hazards promptly to supervisors.
• Comply with all applicable safety codes, regulations, and company standards.
• Maintain regular attendance in accordance with company policy to ensure efficient crew operations.
• Follow supervisor instructions and understand construction requirements for assigned tasks.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge and safe use of common hand tools and construction equipment.
• Understanding safety practices and procedures in a construction environment.
• Ability to operate construction tools, equipment, and small machinery safely.
• Experience performing tasks such as painting, cutting, drilling, and assembling small structures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and written instructions.
• Ability to safely use tools such as pickaxes, trench shovels, sledgehammers, concrete saws, and similar equipment.
• Ability to work safely without posing a direct threat to self or others.
• Compliance with applicable OSHA and other applicable industry safety standards.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of field experience in the construction industry.
• Completion of a relevant apprenticeship or trade training program preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking on uneven surfaces in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of environmental conditions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces or elevated surfaces when necessary.
• Frequent reaching above shoulder height and below the waist.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, twist, climb, and balance throughout the work shift.
• Regular work near heavy equipment, power tools, and moving machinery.
• Ability to push or pull up to 75 lbs and lift or carry 50+ lbs.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles and light machinery as required.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including steel-toe boots, gloves, safety harnesses, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, and high-visibility vests.