Construction Assistant or Operator

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Full Time Construction Moultrie, GA, US

30+ days ago Requisition

You will support construction projects through hands‑on work in the field and equipment operation
. This position plays a critical role in the successful completion of corrosion control projects.

• Basic knowledge of construction site safety practices and protocols.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting heavy materials.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Ability to travel for multiple weeks at a time.

• Previous experience as a construction assistant, equipment operator, or laborer.
• Familiarity with construction equipment and tools.
• OSHA 10 certification or higher.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Experience operating equipment (backhoe, trencher, mini‑excavator, auger, and forklift).
• Experience in the corrosion control industry.

• Assist construction crews with loading and unloading materials, setting up equipment, and performing general labor tasks.
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections and maintenance checks.
• Follow all safety protocols and regulatory requirements related to vehicle operation and construction site activities.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to coordinate deliveries, schedules, and on‑site support tasks.
• Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, and compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, tampers, and rakes.
• Help clean and organize trucks and warehouse areas.

• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces, such as trenches, pits, and manholes.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push or pull objects up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps and ladders regularly.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, or drive for long periods of time (1‑3 hours).
• Must be able to see, hear, and respond quickly to dangerous situations.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors, including in extreme weather conditions.
• Must be comfortable around moving machinery, vehicles, and heavy equipment.
• Must be comfortable wearing personal protective gear while working (safety glasses, steel‑toed shoes, hard hat, gloves, safety vest, FRCs).
• Ability to adhere to OSHA and site‑specific PPE and safety requirements.

Requires extensive travel with assignments lasting multiple weeks at a time. Daily per diem and hotel accommodations are provided during travel.

Monday‑Saturday, 45‑60 hours weekly with overtime rules applied. Work weeks are followed by a week off.

We offer comprehensive medical benefits, including dental and vision. Your compensation package includes a company‑matched 401(k), life insurance, competitive pay, annual salary reviews with a job progression plan, and a generous profit‑sharing program.

Compensation Range: $22.00 – $33.75 per hour. Eligible travel and field employees also receive per diem allowances, cell phone stipends, and single‑occupancy hotel accommodations.