About the Role
The General Laborer 1 role supports skilled trades on construction projects by performing tasks such as site cleanup, material handling, and equipment operation. This role is crucial for maintaining a safe and efficient work environment, contributing to the company's goal of building perfection.
Responsibilities
- Assists other skilled trades by loading, unloading, and distributing materials.
- Assists in dismantling and transporting construction materials.
- Collects and disposes of accumulated trash on and around the jobsite daily.
- Performs general cleaning and trash removal for the jobsite trailer.
- Cleans and maintains concrete and forming tools.
- Operates pumps and equipment for site dewatering needs.
- Organizes and cleans conex containers and gang boxes daily.
- Responsible for construction gate duty and flagging.
- Responsible for accurate material identification and usage of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
- Responsible for operating a buck hoist safely and effectively.
- Assists with demo operations.
- Responsible for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) compliance and following OSHA standards.
- Adheres to all JE Dunn safety standards.
- Shows up and is ready to work when scheduled.
- Communicates absence or tardiness with supervisor as early as possible.
- Shows respect for yourself and others.
- Works safely.
- Has a can-do attitude.
Requirements
- Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
- Ability to identify common construction materials and equipment.
- Punctual attendance and reliability.
- Ability to follow directions and demonstrates a willingness to learn.
- Ability to complete assigned duties with minimal guidance from supervisor.
- Demonstrates a positive and helpful attitude.
- Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, both internally and externally.
- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
- May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold).
- Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must be comfortable working at projected heights, narrow workspaces, and various depths (trenches).
- Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Kneeling, Carrying, Swinging, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling, Balancing.
- Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen.
- Specific environmental and physical requirements may vary by project type/location.
Skills
- Construction Material Identification
- Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Usage
- Buck Hoist Operation
- Demo Operations Assistance
- OSHA Standards Compliance
- Safety Adherence
- Team Collaboration
- Communication Skills
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 0-2 years commercial construction experience (Preferred)
Education Level
- High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
- Apprentice and/or Vocational/Technical/Trade training (Preferred)
- Equivalent relevant experience will be considered
Benefits
- Skilled Trade Non Union benefits package
About the Company
- Best People + Right Culture are the driving forces behind JE Dunn’s success.
- Hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company’s rewards.
- Sustainable way to grow in the industry for over 100 years.
- Diverse teams strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday.
- JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
- JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
Equal Opportunity
- JE Dunn is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category.
- JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
