Laborer - Dirt

Williams & Bay

Laborer - Dirt

Maple City, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    Williams & Bay Construction is looking to fill several openings for Dirt Laborers. This position will have the general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled workers working on the project.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction project sites. Normally residential homes.

    Will operate a variety of hand and power tools.

    Dig dirt using shovels and machinery.

    May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, clean up rubble and debris and remove waste materials.

    Read grades, lift and carry objects & materials of various weights.

    Help maintain equipment by keeping it clean and in proper working order. Report any damaged or unsafe equipment to foreman immediately.

    Practice safety at all times including driving of company vehicles or use of equipment. Use PPE while on jobsite e.g. hard hat safety glasses, ear protection, high visibility vest, steel toe boots, pants, and gloves.

    Take initiative and anticipate what needs to be done.

    Work in conjunction and as a team with your crew.

    May assist other craft workers.

    Other duties as assigned

    The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Valid license

    High School Diploma or GED preferred

    Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen

    Previous experience laboring, farming or performing other manual work preferred but not required

    Ability to complete tasks like handling power tools, running heavy equipment, raking and shoveling as needed

    Ability to take direction and work together in a team setting

    Ability and willingness to learn and understand your role on the team

    Ability to work long hours and perform repetitive lifting, carrying, climbing, and walking. Repetitive lifting could be 40 or more pounds at any one time

    Ability to work long hours in all environmental conditions.

    Good work ethic, punctuality and alertness

    Mechanical -- Knowledge of equipment, machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

    Building and Construction-- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures.

    Ability to follow all company, DOT, OSHA, and MiOSHA safety rules.