Skilled Construction Laborer at Marion County Paving Yellville, AR

Skilled Construction Laborer job at Marion County Paving. Yellville, AR.

*$1500 Sign on Bonus*

Pay: $19‑21, based on experience

The Construction Laborer position is responsible for performing various duties on construction and/or paving projects. The employee will generally work in a utility capacity, transferring from one task to another where demands arise. The career field for “Construction Laborer” includes, but may not be limited to, the following positions:
Laborer, General Laborer, and Paving Laborer.

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Assist construction/paving crew with various duties such as shoveling and raking, running wheelbarrow, safely backing/dumping trucks into paver.
• Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and materials with shovel.
• Follow direction of Foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite.
• May be called upon to run small power tools such as jack hammer.
• Digs, spreads, and levels construction materials.
• Lifts, carries and holds material, tools and supplies.
• Assists in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred but not required.
• Previous related experience in the construction field is a plus.

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre‑employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as per company policy.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co‑workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required includes Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes and Safety Vest.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction and paving.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.

• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, and use hands.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hand and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 100 lbs. unassisted.

• While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock or burn.
• The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be loud, but…