Construction Laborer

United Companies, a CRH Company.

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 by transferring from one task to another where demands are required. The career field for “Construction Laborer” includes, but may not be limited to, the following positions:
Laborer, General Laborer, and Paving Laborer.

$18 - $21 per hour, based on experience.

• 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 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.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• High school diploma or General Education Development GED is preferred.
• Prior experience in construction or building materials industry preferred.

• 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 outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• 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, including face shield, safety (hard toe) shoes, and coveralls.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction and paving.
• Ability to read, write and do basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions from supervisors to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently under a variety of working conditions.
• Ability to recognize hazardous conditions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast‑paced and complex environment, as well as being able to work independently with attention to detail.

• The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

United Companies, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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