Construction Worker

Position Summary

This is an entry-level position whose main emphasis is to support and assist skilled tradesmen in day‑to‑day construction activities. The work will be supervised by a foreman and, to a lesser degree, by skilled workers being assisted. Support and assistance includes helping with concrete forming and placement, potholing utilities, serving as a spotter during excavation, assisting in backfill, grading, asphalt placement and other jobsite activities.

It also includes maintaining barricades, signage, and performing traffic control. The position uses hand tools and small machinery such as cutoff saws, jackhammers, tamps, and drills, and may be required to perform additional duties as needed. During inclement weather, the employee will report to assist with downed tree removal and snow and ice removal.

High school diploma or equivalent.

• Knowledge of basic construction practices and techniques, including concrete forming/placement, grading, and job site safety.
• Ability to perform manual labor as needed in support of construction activities.
• Ability to operate small machinery, including cutoff saws, jack hammers, tamps, etc., as well as hand tools.

• Stand, walk, stoop, bend, squat, and lift up to 75 lbs. throughout an 8‑hour work day.
• Perform duties under adverse weather and adverse climate conditions.

• Assist concrete masons in the forming for and placement of concrete for sidewalks, curb cuts, footers, aprons, etc. (25% of time)
• Assist construction operators with earthmoving activities related to utilities, including spotting, rough/fine grading, excavation/back filling, tamping. (25% of time)
• Assist concrete masons and construction operators to establish earthwork gradients for asphalt and concrete placement. (25% of time)
• Operate construction equipment such as compressors, jackhammers, compactors, saws, etc., as well as hand tools. (10% of time)
• Perform traffic control measures for road and utility construction and maintenance projects, including barricades, cones, and signage. (10% of time)
• Respond to grounds emergencies as they arise to maintain safety of the campus community during inclement weather. (5% of time)

Classification

Title:

Construction Worker I

Employment Type:

Employee (Full Time)

FLSA:
Non‑Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Salary: $34,500

Work Schedule:

Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM‑4:30 PM; some night and/or weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the organization.

Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible

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