Shop Laborer

Job Title: Shop Helper/Laborer

SOC code: 47-2073

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Department/Location: Palmer, AK

Status: Temporary Full-Time, with potential to be a permanent full-time position

EEO-1: Craft Worker

Schedule: Normal work schedules are Monday-Saturday, 8-10 hours per day. Mandatory overtime based on seasonal workload and remote work settings.

Benefits: Once eligible, Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision) 401k, life insurance (including supplemental insurance), and long-term disability.

Summary:

Responsible for conducting manual laborer as needed in order to complete project assignments. Organizing parts in warehouse and yard. Inventory all parts and set up in computer.

Essential Functions:

• Offload and load parts on to shelves.
• Organize parts.
• Inventory all parts and input part numbers in computer program.
• Label all parts with appropriate bar code.
• Paint, wash, or clean materials or equipment related to construction.
• Clean and organize construction sites or yard locations to eliminate possible hazards.
• Conduct manual labor, i.e., shoveling, using a chainsaw, pressure washing, as needed in order to complete project assignment.
• Mix ingredients to create compounds for covering or cleaning surfaces.
• Load, unload, and identify construction materials, machinery, and tools and distribute them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans and specifications.
• Effectively work with other members of project team to produce contract/project requirements.
• Maintain record keeping, to include load counts, equipment hours and production.

Other Tasks:

• Assist in loading and unloading equipment from or to delivery truck.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.
• Assist other operations staff as requested.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably can also perform other tasks satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.


Education and/or Experience:
Minimum:

• Must possess a valid state driver license.

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or GED.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to safely and productively operate equipment used for general yard upkeep.
• Knowledge of and ability to read and follow plans, specifications, sketches and grade/mapping control.
• Knowledge of and ability maintain equipment and follow related procedures.
• Ability to assess and troubleshoot equipment failure.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply first aid.
• Ability to interpret and record written data and information.
• Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Ability to meet project schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to wear protective clothing.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands listed below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Frequency is defined as follows:

• NP = Not Present
• Rare = 1-10% of the workday
• Occasional = 11-33% of the workday
• Frequent = 34-66% of the workday
• Constant = 67-100% of the workday

Activity Requirements

• Sitting - Frequent
• Standing - Frequent
• Walking - Frequent
• Reaching (Overhead, Straight Ahead, Downward) - Frequent
• Bending/Stooping - Frequent
• Crouching - Frequent
• Kneeling - Frequent
• Crawling - Frequent
• Climbing (onto equipment) - Frequent
• Twisting (including wrist) - Frequent
• Handling - Frequent
• Finger Dexterity- Occasionally
• Feeling - Occasionally
• Talking - Frequent
• Hearing - Occasionally
• Balancing -Occasionally
• Operating Foot Controls - Occasionally

Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling Requirements

• Frequent: Up to 100 lbs.
• Occasional: Up to 100 lbs.

Working Conditions:

Environmental Conditions & Inherent Hazards:

• Weather Exposure: Work is regularly exposure to inclement weather, including rain, snow, ice, and arctic temperatures is rare.
• Heat: Occasional exposure to hot diesel engines and hoses during equipment lubrication.
• Noise: Moderate to high noise levels from equipment and operations.
• Vibration: Occasional exposure to normal equipment vibration.
• Atmospheric Conditions: Possible exposure to diesel fumes, dust, and other airborne particles.

Hazards:

• Moving Mechanical Parts: Exposure to engine components, drive trains/tracks, and other mechanical parts.
• Electrical: Potential exposure to electric shock from generator sets and other site equipment.
• Work at Heights: Occasionally exposed to situations which require fall protection.
• Radiant Energy: Rarely exposed.
• Fuel & Chemicals: Exposure to diesel fuel, petroleum distillates, and related hazards.
• General Construction Hazards: Must remain aware of potential risks associated with heavy equipment and construction environments.

EEO Statement:

Cruz Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. **This employer participates in E-Verify. Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify.**

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.