General Laborer

Union contractors are seeking Construction Laborers for Building and Heavy/Highway work. This is an opportunity for you to become a member of LiUNA (Laborers International Union of North America) Local 579.

General Laborers are needed now. At least four years of experience. Need skills working as:

• Scaffold building experience
• Ability to operate off-road fork truck safely
• Ability to move around on scaffold safely carrying 12-inch blocks
• Knowledge of Mixing machine or Hopper operation
• Fork truck license and scaffold building certification a plus

• Ability to work with a concrete truck and run a chute safely with correct signals
• Ability to use concrete come-along for flatwork and site work efficiently
• Ability to work as a team for long hours
• Concrete finishing skills are a plus
• Straight Edge or Screed Board experience is a plus
• Hose Man experience on a pump truck is a plus

• Ability to do interior and exterior demolition safely and quickly
• Ability to keep a clean and safe work area (no trip hazards)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly
• Knowledge of basic lock-out tag-out procedures
• Experience abatement is a plus (Asbestos or Lead Certificate)
• HAZMAT experience is a plus

• Experienced asphalt raker must have an understanding of the asphalt laying process
• Able to rake and shovel
• Experienced screed must be able to operate and control the screed
• Understand the asphalt laying process

• Experienced pipelayer must be able to:
  • Set up pipe laser
  • Use manhole mount
  • Alignment instrument
  • Use auto level
• Must be able to layout manholes and curb inlet boxes
• Read blueprints and figure construction grades cuts and fills
• Knowledge of trench safety and shoring required
• Able to pour and finish inverts and collars
• Understand water lines installation, mechanical fittings, mega lugs, valves, and hydrants.

Union Wages for experienced workers are $32.31 per/hour with benefits. Our apprenticeship program is available for less experienced workers looking for a great career opportunity. Union members - contact your hall for more information.