Construction Laborer

MWH Constructors (MWH), a global leader in heavy civil construction of water and wastewater facilities, is currently seeking a Construction Laborer to support a critical wastewater treatment plant construction project in Austin, Texas.

Essential Functions (may include)

• Perform general construction labor in support of carpentry, concrete, mechanical, and civil crews on treatment plant projects
• Assist with excavation support, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation activities
• Handle, move, and stage construction materials, tools, and equipment
• Support concrete operations, including formwork prep, placing, vibrating, patching, and curing protection
• Install and remove temporary works such as barricades, fencing, protection, and erosion control
• Perform demolition, cleanup, and debris removal in new and existing treatment facilities
• Operate basic hand and power tools (shovels, rakes, compactors, saws, drills, etc.)
• Assist skilled trades (carpenters, pipefitters, operators, ironworkers) as directed
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and access ways
• Follow all safety requirements, including PPE, confined space, trench safety, and lockout/tagout controls
• Participate in daily safety meetings, stretch-and-flex, and crew coordination
• Perform other general labor duties as assigned to support project needs
• Trash collection and disposal.
• Organize the tool and equipment sheds.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1+ year of construction or outdoor labor experience preferred
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Required to communicate information, ideas, directions, and the capability to perform the task or project discussed.
• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with utmost regard for safety.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including carrying, digging, climbing, kneeling, and prolonged standing
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather and active construction environments
• Willingness to learn heavy civil and treatment plant construction practices
• Ability to follow directions and work effectively in a crew environment
• Demonstrated commitment to construction safety practices
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• If requested, the applicant shall furnish a written statement from a medical doctor that he/she has had a physical examination in connection with the application and is physically fit to perform the work.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Paid Time Off Policy (includes vacation and sick time)
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%)
• Employee Referral Program

MWH Constructors is a leading project delivery company with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services and a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction services and safety practices, the Company's multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.