Laborer​/Site Helper - Local

Laborer / Site Helper - Local Applicants Only

Gator Dredging is looking for a safe, dependable, stable, and hardworking Laborer / Site Help for our On-Site Projects.

Starting hourly pay range for this position: $15.00 to $18.00. This is based on previous work experience, skills, and current certifications/professional licenses.

Responsibilities of the Laborer / Site Help:

• Preparing construction sites, materials, and tools.
• Assisting heavy equipment operators with transport, movement, and rigging of equipment on-site.
• Operating smaller equipment: street sweeper, forklift, plate compactor, weed trimmers, etc.
• Removing debris and maintaining a clean and safe work site.
• Assembling and breaking down barricades, temporary structures, and scaffolding.
• Collecting and organizing dump truck tickets.
• Complying with all safety rules and regulations.
• Assist in mobilizations/demobilizations as needed.
• This position will include miscellaneous tasks on the job site.

Qualifications/requirements of the Laborer / Site Help:

• Must have at least 1 to 2 years of construction experience.
• Be able to work outside for entire shift in all weather conditions (hot, humid, cold, wet) required.
• Be motivated and able to work independently.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of construction site safety and road safety regulations.
• Able to operate heavy equipment a plus, but not required.
• Previous dredging or marine construction experience a plus.
• OSHA certifications a plus.

Physical demands/work environment of the Laborer / Site Help:

• Physical/sensory functions:
  Regularly will use sit, use hands, talk/hear;
  Frequently will reach with hands;
  Occasionally will stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, taste/smell.
• Lift and/or move functions:
  Regularly will lift up to 10 pounds;
  Frequently will lift up to 25 pounds;
  Occasionally will lift up to 50 pounds.

Employee benefits. An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick and Holidays

Gator Dredging is a:

• Drug-Free Workplace
• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Homeland Security- E-Verify Company. Gator Dredging will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.