Laborer Jobs in Baltimore md

WHY JOIN BALLARD MARINE CONSTRUCTION?Ballard Marine Construction is a specialty marine and underwater contractor based in Washougal, WA, with regional offices and projects throughout North America.Why join Ballard? It’s simple. You get to work on amazing technical projects with likeminded team members. The Ballard culture is second to none, and because of that we are incredibly protective and particular on who we invite onto the team. We have a unique culture of true excellence; we hold each other accountable from our newest interns and engineers to our most senior leaders. You will always go to work knowing that everyone you are working with cares as much as you do and is working hard to reach common goals. You will get out of it what you put into it. Ballard is an amazing place to work and if what we’ve said resonates with you, you just might be right for us!Job Summary : The Skilled Laborer position assists the skilled craft personnel in performing required construction tasks to complete a project.Ideal Candidate : Core Attributes :

• Grit and Resiliency - We dig deep to figure out how to make things happen no matter how impossible it seems. We never give up. We take on challenges that nobody else can; or will.
• Comradery and Inspirational - We are a hard-working team of likeminded individuals working toward a common goal. We regularly celebrate wins and like to have fun whether at work or at play. We come together each day looking for ways to instill life and energy into the world around us.
• Driven and Competitive - We love competition. We love to win and love to learn when we lose. Not getting the job done is not an option. We are obsessed to do our best and we do what it takes to win.
• Trustworthy and Respectful - We are passionate about honesty, authenticity and transparency. No lies. No drama. No politics. We value constructive conflict and ensure that even in conflict we treat others with respect.
• Ownership and Accountability - When something goes wrong, we first “look in the mirror” before we “look out the window”. We ask “what could I have done differently?” and then we share lessons learned. Regularly challenging ourselves and those around us to be better is a way of life. “Me first” belongs here.Education :
• Highschool or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Authorized to work in the United StatesExperience :
• Experience and proficiency working with standard laborer tools such as (but not limited to) : sledgehammers, shovels, brooms, vacuums, pressure washers and general hand tools.
• Prior general / skilled labor experience a plus
• Concrete experience preferredSkills :
• Honest, trustworthy, dependable.
• Punctual. Must arrive at work by the designated start time.
• Must have a safety-first attitude. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures is required
• Must display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Ability to work diligently while under time restraints. Willing to accept change.
• Ability to communicate well as part of a small team and work cooperatively with other colleagues.
• Ability to give and receive, understand, respond, and follow verbal and written communication and instructions.Responsibilities :
• Operate and care for construction equipment and machines.
• Prep construction sites by cleaning obstacles and hazards.
• Load, unload, or identify building materials, machinery, or tools, distributing them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans or specifications.
• Measure, mark, or record openings or distances to layout areas where construction work will be performed.
• Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes.
• Mix, pour, or spread concrete, using portable cement mixers.
• Tend pumps, compressors, or generators to provide power for tools, machinery, or equipment or to heat or move materials, such as asphalt.
• Erect or dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, or other temporary structures.
• Sweeps and cleans the project site.
• Carries lumber and supplies to Carpenters
• Helps carpenters assemble concrete forms
• Assists welders when needed
• Works with cranes and rigging
• Acts as signal person for the equipment operators
• Chips, paints, sweeps, and washes down equipment on the job site
• Safely secure the work area to allow only authorized personnel onto work zone
• Loads and unloads materials from, deck barges, and miscellaneous equipment
• Provide assistance to craft workers, such as carpenters, plasterers, or masons.
• Performs other duties as required.Physical Demands / Working Environment :
• Work is performed in the field and in all-weather condition
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials up to 75 pounds.
• Ability able to tolerate, vibrations, heat, and high noise levels
• Able to safely execute duties in and round heavy equipment / large machinery in marine dredging and marine construction job sites
• Able to wear the personal protective equipment (PPE) required of various construction work environments (hard hats, safety glasses, personal flotation devices, respirators, etc.Hourly Rates :
• 20-$40 / per hourBenefits : Ballard offers a strong benefit package and provides a culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion. When you become eligible, benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K with employer match, and more!EEO Statement : Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.Required SkillsRequired Experience