Remediation Laborer

Laborer Position

The Laborer performs various general labor tasks associated with dirt construction. This is an entry level hourly position within the company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret site-specific Safety Plan at each site; may be amended daily.
• Assist excavation and / or hand excavation of contaminated soils.
• Read and comprehend container labels prior to touching or opening.
• Assist in demolition of contaminated buildings / structures. Assemble / operate pumping equipment.
• Perform various manual duties, assembling fences; operate manual and mechanical clearing equipment, fill and place sandbags, place tarps on trucks or over storage cells / areas, etc.
• Read MSDSs that accompany all new and existing chemicals brought to or used at the hazardous waste site.
• Work in areas of uneven terrain.
• Help assemble shoring systems for excavation work.
• Wear and work in different types of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to demonstrate common sense understanding and carrying out detailed written and oral instructions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Prefer previous experience working in and around a construction (dirt) project / employer.

Work Environment

Outside environment, exposure to all weather conditions and temperature extremes. Site specific exposure to hazardous materials requiring proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. Noise levels are site specific and may be subject to PPE.