Laborer

Overview Maryland Division/HTI, a division of the H&K Group, Inc., located in Finksburg, MD, is currently seeking experienced and motivated Laborers to become a part of our team. Usually performing their duties in a utility capacity, the Laborer position entails working on construction projects, often transferring from one task to another whenever the situation requires. Why work for the H&K Group Inc.? Competitive salary commensurate with experience 100% Company-paid Health Benefits 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs all work adhering to OSHA and H&K Safety policies. Acquires tools needed for daily operations Measures distances from grade stakes, drives stakes, and stretches tight line. Bolts, nails, aligns, and blocks up under forms. Signals operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications. Levels earth to fine grade specifications. Mixes concrete. Smooths and finishes freshly poured cement or concrete. Positions, joins, aligns, and seals pipe sections. Erects scaffolding, shoring, and braces. Paving Duties: Assists with pre-run markings Uses a paving lute to fine grade before roller man compacts Operates vibratory plate as needed Shovels asphalt as required Direct traffic around work area as required Pipe Duties: Gets tools needed for daily operations Sets up pipe laser and other daily function tools Operates a Wacker and jumping jack to perform backfilling duties Uses cut saws to make pipe proper length Preps pipe for connection before pipe gets lowered Shoots grades and checks grades using laser or conventional methods Performs connection of pipe work Responsible for checking for proper pipe slope Preps structures for installation Other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Skills, Education, and Experience One month of related experience and/or training Strong verbal and written communication skills Mathematical skills including ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs Ability to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions Problem solving Ability to fit and utilize appropriate PPE as needed Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job) Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience Experience working in heavy civil construction, road construction, or quarries OSHA or other relevant safety certifications Physical Demands Frequently required to: Use hands and arms to finger, handle, reach, and feel Talk and hear Stand, walk, and climb Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, or crawl Specific vision requirements include: Distance Depth perception Ability to adjust focus Work Environment Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles Noise level is usually moderate H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team. This position may have the opportunity to work on prevailing wage projects. Prevailing wage work is not guaranteed. Final determination on pay will be made by company leadership consistent with the scope of work and considering the candidates’ education, experience, skills, past performance, demonstrated leadership, and influence. Pre-employment drug testing (EOE) Pre-employment Physical #J-18808-Ljbffr