Construction Assistant

Description

Job Summary: The Construction Assistant will perform various physical tasks on construction sites to support the building process. This role is crucial in ensuring the timely and efficient completion of home building projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Site Preparation: Assist in preparing construction sites by clearing debris, setting up temporary structures, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• Material Handling: Load, unload, and transport construction materials and equipment to and from the site.
• Construction Support: Assist skilled tradespeople, such as carpenters, electricians, and plumbers, with various tasks as needed.
• Equipment Operation: Operate basic construction equipment and tools, ensuring proper use and maintenance.
• Clean-Up: Maintain a clean and organized worksite by removing waste materials and ensuring tools and equipment are stored properly.
• Safety Compliance: Follow all safety guidelines and protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all team members.
• Quality Control: Assist in inspecting completed work to ensure it meets quality standards and project specifications.
• Reporting: Communicate any issues or delays to the site supervisor or project manager promptly.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other team members to achieve project goals and deadlines.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Previous experience in construction or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Skills: Basic knowledge of construction tools and equipment, strong physical stamina and ability to perform manual labor, and good communication skills.
• Attributes: Reliable, punctual, detail-oriented, ability to follow instructions, and a strong work ethic.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

• Ability to work both indoors in an office setting and outdoors year-round. Potential exposure to adverse weather conditions including temperature extremes and/or precipitation.
• Ability to travel to unfinished job sites, inspect completed work and traverse uneven and/or graded terrain.
• Medium physical exertion (i.e. lifting up to 50lbs) may be required

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision and ancillary insurance options 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Company paid life and disability insurance.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Flex spend/HSA options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company vehicle, provided motor vehicle record is acceptable.