Laborer - El Paso

We are a fast-paced, growing construction company that delivers safety, quality, and on-time work, that specializes in heavy civil construction that includes earthwork, concrete work, steel erection and more.

The Skilled Construction Laborer will provide support to Skilled Craft workers and the successful completion of construction and engineering work.

This position will work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervisor. Must have the ability to take direction from a higher skilled worker or foreman.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment.
• Look for opportunities for improvement in all work tasks, means and methods regarding the work and be willing to learn from others.
• Produce high quality work, safely and productively at all times.
• Provide feedback to ensure all materials, tools, equipment and information is available for the work.
• If unsure about any aspect of the work or issues regarding safe practices ask a supervisor before continuing.
• Eliminate WASTE such as waiting, rework, transporting, material storage and time.
• Effective Math skills - add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work.
• Maintain positive working relationships with all members of the crew.

Required Skills and Abilities :

• At least 1 year experience of general construction.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must pass a federal background check.
• Must be able to lift 25-50 lbs.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must be willing to travel to various project sites as needed.

Preferred Skills and Abilities :

2 or more years' experience of general construction.

Any and all other duties assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT :

This position operates at professional construction sites, requiring the ability to communicate with verbally others on site, in person and over the telephone, ability to read printed materials, signs and directions, stamina to maintain attention despite interruptions, ability to lift, push, pull, carry, handle or feel objects, supplies, tools, machinery and / or controls weighing up to 50 pounds and reach with hands and arms;

climb stairs and / or ladders; balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift overhead, traverse around or otherwise position one's self around the required work and safety requirements to navigating and perform activities on various construction sites in a safe manner.

Will be required to work on project sites and operate vehicles, trailers, machinery, equipment and other tools within local, state and federal safety guidelines.

This position operates in a professional field environment. The position requires working outside, frequently for long periods of time in all weather, including extreme hot and cold temperatures.

While working, the employee might be exposed to various chemicals, vapors, pollutants, virus or other air-borne pathogens, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles or machines and dust / debris.

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Spencer Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Spencer Construction does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need

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