Heavy Construction Laborer 2

Casella Construction is seeking to add new talent to our Construction Laborer Team for 2023 spring-summer construction season. The Construction Laborer 2 performs a wide range of physical labor tasks in support of workers on the construction site. Casella Construction provides unique construction projects that allow for hands-on learning and the opportunity to be a part of a team that oversees a project from start to finish.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Executes tasks assigned to Laborer 1 without supervision.
• Moves materials to the worksite and ensure all tools, machinery, and other equipment are safely setup.
• Sets up lasers to complete simple grades.
• Takes ownership of projects assigned.
• Operates and cares for construction equipment and machines.
• Assists skilled laborers.
• Follows instructions from construction superintendent and project manager.
• Completes daily paperwork.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

 Qualifications:

• 1-2 year of experience as a construction laborer.
• Ability to lead and direct laborers.
• Experience with rigging.
• Experience with construction jobsite layouts and grading.
• Must be able to work some weekends and or nights, when necessary.
• Must be able to travel out of town for a day or a week.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather.
• Ability to participate in regulatory trainings (First Aid/CPR, OSHA 10, Flagging, Spotter).

 Attributes:

• Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions.
• Ability to remain flexible as assignments change.
• Possess a positive attitude and desire to learn.
• Organized with a systematic approach to achieve accuracy and efficiency.

  Physical Requirements:

• Must have physical strength, balance, hand eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and climb inclines for the duration of the shift.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds.

Casella Construction offers competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, supplemental insurances and 401(k) retirement with company match up to 4%. Company paid holidays and paid time off. Hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement when applicable.