Job purpose

Under the general direction of Project Supervision, the incumbent will perform physical labor on assigned project/construction sites. A general laborer may also operate some types of small construction equipment, use a variety of hand tools, install PVC conduit, prepare for concrete and/or load and unload materials from trucks or trailers. Incumbents must also be willing to work in a variety of outdoor weather conditions that are normal for the geographical area they are assigned.

Workplace: Workplace is intended to extend to and include any company-owned facility and/or property, contracted job site, and/or any other private (including a personal residence if working from home) or public property the Company conducts business; including third-party facilities where the employees may be conducting company business, fulfilling their work-related duties or assignments, and/or company-sponsored recreation, events, or training. 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities (including but not limited to): 

• Responsible for prompt attendance, punctuality, and acceptable performance, which is considered critically important.
• Load and unload job site materials and equipment from trucks and/or trailers as needed.
• Safely use small equipment, hand tools and/or machinery and as intended (using the right tool for the job).
• Assist equipment operator and electricians when necessary.
• Safely clean out loose debris from open duct bank/trenches.
• Prep a new job site for construction work / move materials around the job site.
• Regularly clean up the job site to help maintain a safe work environment.
• Serve as a spotter (as needed) to support the safe operation of heavy equipment to reduce risk or injury to people and property.
• May be required to drive a company vehicle to, from, or on a job site and must comply with all driving laws and safety protocols.
• Responsible to assist in installing conduit raceways such as PVC, EMT, GRC, and PVC Coated (Running Conduit) along with Cable Tray.
• Responsible to assist in installing wire/cable into raceways (Pulling Wire).
• Responsible for proper use of all company-issued PPE safety equipment and conform to all safety protocols while on the job.
• Responsible to complete any other reasonable duties as assigned by the Project Supervision. 

Safety Responsibilities:

This position is designated as “safety sensitive” pursuant to A.R.S. § 23-493. As such, the incumbent should act and perform their assigned job duties as if in a Safety-First Environment and exercise great caution when working on a construction (project) site. This includes looking for any hazard that may potentially cause harm to themselves or others or may cause damage or loss to any company or third-party property. Incumbents may never perform their duties while impaired caused by alcohol, drugs (legal or illegal), prescribed medication, and/or any other condition that may inhibit their ability to perform their work safely, protect other workers from any hazards, or jeopardize other third-party construction workers and/or members of the public who may be in the immediate area of the construction site. 

Skills & Knowledge: 

• Must be able to follow directions and work safely while on the job.
• Must be able to use basic hand and power tools easily, such as: tape measure, a level, circular saw, Sawzall, impact drill, cordless drill, concrete vibrator and other similar construction tools and equipment.
• Safely carry materials short distances around the project / worksite.
• Effective communication, teamwork and adherence to safety protocols are essential for this position. 

Education, Qualifications, & Experience (including but not limited to): 

• Laborer I level: a minimum one year experience on an industrial construction site as a laborer/helper is preferred.
• High school or GED equivalent required.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Should have their own basic tools normally used at a construction site. 

Tools that may be required include:

Other Required Training (including but not limited to): 

• OSHA 10 or MSHA
• Driver orientation training
• Trench safety
• QMS/SDS training
• Rigging – Safely securing loads on trucks / trailers.
• Fall protection training
• Training certifications for safely operating manlifts, cranes or other similar equipment.
• Lock-out / Tag-out Training - LOTO 

Working Conditions and Travel: 

Most work will be conducted in the field at various client / company job sites. Some field operation positions may require periodic or extensive daily travel to job sites (local or remote), including prolonged overnight stays, to meet the needs of a project. Working conditions can include exposure to extreme temperatures, noise, and fumes. 

Extensive travel to various assigned company / client job sites - some may require overnight stays for the project duration during normal workdays.

Some evening/night and/or weekend work may be required from to time depending on assigned project schedules. 

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The person in this position must be able to: 

• Frequently talk, hear, and see.
• Frequently use hands to handle / hold objects, tools, or controls.
• Regularly stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and/or arms.
• Occasionally lift to 20 – 50 pounds.
• Regularly be able to read/use a tablet or computer.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills to complete job-related tasks safely and complete daily job reports.
• Follow (verbal or written) assembly instructions for project parts and materials.