Laborer - Kettle River

Job Title: Laborer
SOC code: 47-2061
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt
Department/

Location:

Operations Republic mine site
Reports to: Project Manager/Crew Foreman
Status: Full Time, Temporary
EEO-1: Laborers and Helpers
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 depending on workload. Night shift work required as needed.

Alaska Aggregate Products LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This employer participates in E-Verify. Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify.

The construction laborer performs tasks involving physical labor at heavy construction projects. The position operates a variety of hand and power tools and clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, clean up rubble and debris, and remove waste materials. The position may assist other craft workers.

• Performs a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in mining/heavy construction projects
• Operate light machinery and equipment/hand tools as required in a safe and efficient way.
• Operate basic hand tools such as saws, shovels, rakes, etc.
• Operate basic power tools such as plate compactors, cement mixers, etc.
• Maintains a clean job site: picks up all tools and equipment and secures 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

None.

• A valid driver license
• 6 months of prior experience as a laborer on remote construction

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three or more years’ experience as a laborer on remote construction
• MSHA certification

• Knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power tools
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
• Knowledge of and ability 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

Sitting - Frequent
Standing - Frequent
Walking - Frequent
Reaching Overhead - Frequent
Reaching Straight Ahead - Frequent
Reaching Downward - Frequent
Bending/Stooping - Frequent
Crouching - Frequent
Kneeling - Frequent
Crawling - Frequent
Climbing - Frequent
Operating Foot Controls - Occasionally
Twisting of Wrist - Frequent

Maximum lifting up to 50 lbs (often) and occasionally up to 100 lbs. Maximum carrying up to 10 lbs (often) and 50 lbs (occasionally) and 100 lbs (rare). Pushing/Pulling up to 50 lbs and up to 100 lbs.

Environmental Conditions:

• Exposure to Inclement Weather – Yes

• Extreme Cold – Yes

• Extreme Heat – Yes

• Wet and/or Humid – Yes (will experience rain/snow/ice)

• Noise – Yes (frequent noise from equipment)

• Vibration – Yes (occasional normal equipment vibration)

• Atmospheric Conditions (dust/fumes/etc.) – Yes (possible diesel fumes)
Inherent Hazards:
Moving Mechanical Parts, Electric Shock, High Exposed Places, Radiant Energy, Explosives, Toxic or Caustic Chemicals, Other Risks – Yes (aware of potential hazards of working around equipment).

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.