Union Laborer
Seniority Level
None
Industry
Construction
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Functions
Union Laborer
Job description
The Construction Laborer will perform a wide range of physical labor tasks in support of workers on the construction site.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
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None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Assists skilled workers as assigned. This may include jobs such as cleaning and preparing construction sites.
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Load/Unload materials that are delivered such as bags of cement and distributes them to appropriate location as identified by foreman, supervisor, project manager, or specifications.
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Prepares layout area where construction will take place by properly measuring, marking, or recording openings or distances.
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Prepares tools and materials for skilled workers such as mixing cement or preparing flooring for installation.
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Cleans and prepares specific areas of jobsite as assigned. This may include digging trenches; erecting scaffolding; cleaning up rubble, debris, and trash; or removing hazardous materials.
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Operates a wide variety of hand and power tools.
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Directs traffic near, in, or around work zones.
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Motions equipment operator to assist with alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.
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Cleans jobsite at the end of the day, ensuring trash is properly disposed of and materials or equipment are properly stored.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
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Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions.
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Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change.
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Ability to work with a variety of personalities.
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Ability to perform basic arithmetic as needed to count and take inventory.
Education and Experience:
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Prior job experience preferred.
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Valid California driver’s license.
Physical Requirements:
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Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
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Must be able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds and push and/or pull 50-pound loads at a time.
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Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
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Must be able to stand and walk up to eight hours per day and climb multiple sets of stairs while carrying materials weighing between 40 and 60 pounds.
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Must be able to work some Saturdays and at night, when needed.