Laborer - Kensington mine

Department/

Location:

Operations / Kensington mine site

Reports to: Project Manager/Crew Foreman

Status: Full Time, Temporary

EEO-1: Laborers and Helpers

Job Title: Laborer

SOC code: 47-2061

FLSA Classification: Non‑exempt

Normal Work Hours and Days: A normal work day consists of 10‑12 hours, possibly longer depending on workload. Hours and start time will vary. Night shift work may be required.

EEO Statement: Alaska Aggregate Products LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The employer participates in E‑Verify.

The construction laborer performs physical tasks at heavy construction sites. The role involves operating hand and power tools, cleaning and preparing sites, digging trenches, setting braces, erecting scaffolding, clearing debris, and removing waste. The laborer may assist other craft workers as needed.

• Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in mining/heavy construction projects
• Operate light machinery, equipment, and hand tools safely and efficiently
• Operate basic hand tools such as saws, shovels, rakes, etc.
• Operate basic power tools such as plate compactors and cement mixers
• Maintain a clean job site; pick up all tools and equipment and secure the job site each day to eliminate potential hazards
• Provide manual labor assistance on various tasks and assignments
• Use hand‑held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources
• Comply with company and customer policies and procedures
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures
• Help identify hazardous conditions on the job site
• Perform other related duties as required
• Dispose of garbage according to set policies and procedures
• Report any damage immediately to supervisor

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably be able to perform other tasks satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Education and/or Experience (Minimum):
  • A valid driver license
  • 6 months of prior experience as a laborer on remote construction
• Education and/or Experience (Preferred):
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Three or more years’ experience as a laborer on remote construction
  • MSHA certification
• Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power tools
  • Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures
  • Knowledge of and ability to maintain equipment and follow related procedures
  • Ability to perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor
  • Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand
  • Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others
  • Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to work independently or as a team member successfully
  • Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed
  • Ability to meet project schedule with dependability and consistency
  • Ability to wear protective clothing

Activities:

Sitting Rare;
Standing Frequent;
Walking Frequent;
Reaching Overhead Frequent;
Reaching Straight Ahead Frequent;
Reaching Downward Frequent;
Bending/Stooping Frequent;
Handling Frequent;
Crouching Frequent;
Fingering Constant;
Kneeling Frequent;
Feeling Occasionally;
Crawling Frequent;
Talking Occasionally;
Climbing Frequent;
Hearing Occasionally;
Balancing Occasionally;
Twisting Frequent;
Operate Foot Controls Occasionally;
Twist of Wrist Frequent;
Operating Weight
50 lbs. Constant;
100 lbs. Frequent;
Lifting 50 lbs. Rare;
Lifting 100 lbs. Rare;
Carrying 10 lbs. Constant;
Carrying 50 lbs. Frequent;
Carrying 100 lbs. Rare;
Pushing/Pulling 50 lbs. Frequent; …

Environmental Conditions – Exposure to inclement weather, extreme cold, extreme heat, wet and/or humid conditions; frequent noise from equipment; occasional normal equipment vibration; possible diesel fumes.

Inherent Hazards – Moving mechanical parts; electric shock; high/exposed places; radiant energy; explosives; toxic or caustic chemicals; other risks.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. The employee may be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and perform any other job‑related duties requested by any authorized person.