Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The primary roles and responsibilities for this position is manual hands-on construction for city/state/federal projects being a craftsman within civil construction to work on asphalt and other projects in safe, sound manner and meet requirements within the specifications for each project.

DAILY OVERSIGHT AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Assist in preparing heavy civil construction sites that includes loading and unloading materials, traffic control, and material assembly and installation.

· Ability to assess ground conditions and dig trenches.

· Knowledge and ability to operate power and hand tools and equipment that include but are not limited to electric, pneumatic, hydraulic, gas, and diesel-powered tools. Hand tools are defined as any tool that is operated by hand without electricity or other power source (i.e., hammer, shovel).

· Must be able to read and understand grade stakes for grade checking and alignment using GPS, lasers, levels, and string line.

· Keep job sites clean and neat at the end of each workday using material staging area that has been assigned for equipment and materials.

· Cleaning of work area that includes install, repair and setup of street and surrounding project area, cut brush/vegetation from a right-of-way, clean/grade and or removal of debris as required.

· Maintain compliance with all Federal/State/City rules and regulations for safe operations.

· Adhere to and promote safe work practices as determined by the railroad.

· Participate in group discussions that include crew meetings, job briefings, safety meetings and process reviews.

· Other duties, tasks, and responsibilities that may be assigned at any time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

· High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

· One or more years of heavy highway construction with civil construction working with asphalt required.

· Working knowledge of and familiarity with general construction site safety requirements.

· Ability to perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot problems on equipment.

· Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and federal and state regulations.

· Experience with heavy hand tools, and previous work in an outside environment preferred.

· Must be dependable and have great attention to detail.

· Ability to follow instructions, apply process/procedures, and communicate to manager and team questions, concerns, and information to maintain production and a safe environment.

· Must have experience to read, understand, and fulfill requirements of grade stakes.

· Must be able to pass a pre-offer drug test and any other required federal/state/city testing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Laborer will frequently stand, walk, climb, and move throughout the workday, use their hands, repeat the same movements, and bend or twist their body while handling products and conducting work. Ability to maneuver on uneven ground. Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 lbs. Frequently move objects up to 65 lbs. Exposed to loud noise with possible exposure to high voltage areas.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hardeeville, SC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of construction paving experience do you have?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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