Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Laborer

Reports To: Construction Manager

Employment Status: Hourly (Non-exempt)

We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to any other employees in the same or similar role.

Who is Congruex:  

Congruex was formed in 2016 to take advantage of historic demand for digital connectivity.  

Our founders are deeply rooted in the industry and have collectively built some of the country’s largest communications infrastructure.  

We design and build digital infrastructure across the nation by providing engineering, construction, and specialty solutions with integrated delivery or as an a la carte service. The work we do enables everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions. 

Our vision is to be the best provider of digital infrastructure solutions in the U.S. and our core values of GRIT connect everything we do. Will you join us? 

Job Summary:

The Laborer works on the construction site and is responsible for cleaning the site to prepare it, removing hazards, loading and unloading materials, operating and using various tools and equipment to complete assigned tasks.

Duties/Responsibilities:

·       Attend and participate in morning and afternoon job specific safety / huddle meetings as needed

·       Operate various tamping machines as per specifications

·       Inspect machines, equipment and assist with everyday maintenance

·       Assist with loading, unloading, and preparing of jobsite materials

·       Maintain neat and clean work area

·       Inspect and operate hand tools for various activities

·       Assist the operator with excavation of trenches, placement of shoring and backfilling procedures

·       Dig entry and exit pits

·       Placement of conduit in open trenches

·       Proofing conduits

·       Potholing existing utilities

·       Assist with rigging and setting of structures

·       Forming and pouring of concrete

·       Prep and placement of asphalt

·       Maintain safety of company vehicles and ensured optimal utilization

·       Ensure compliance to customer requirements and completed activities

·       Observe and promote safety compliance

·       Complete required safety training annually

·       Report injuries and other accidents to the foreman

·       Assist coworkers in ensuring site is clean and organized at the end of each shift

·       Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

·       Valid Driver’s license

·       Reliable transportation to various jobsites in the area

·       Subject to pre-employment background check, drug test, and MVR

o   Subject to random drug screenings

·       Ability to follow instruction

·       Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with crew, leadership and clients

·       Strong understanding of safety procedures and policies

·       Must be able to meet physical demands of the position; ability to lift up to 75 pounds

·       Excellent vision or the use of prescription lenses

·       Exceptional manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

·       Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time in unfavorable weather conditions

·       Willing to work overtime, nights, and weekends

·       Willing to work in inclement weather

·       Willing to work at heights

Education and Experience:

·       High school or equivalent education

·       Previous experience and knowledge of underground utility construction

·       Experience in operating small equipment and hand tools                

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able and willing to work outdoors and in inclement weather conditions
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include: nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed.
• Must be able to lift and carry materials of all shapes and sizes, weighing 40 to 90 pounds
• Must be able to maintain visual and audible contact with other crewman and all moving or stationary persons/vehicles/objects to ensure safe coordination of movement
• Must be able to safely operate company vehicles or workaround heavy equipment and machinery
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl while performing work
• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders
• Must be able to work in small/confined areas
• Must be able to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses, hardhat, and any applicable safety gear

Minimum Required Licenses/Certificates/Registrations:

·       Valid driver’s license

·       OSHA 10

Why Work at Congruex:  

No matter what role you play, you are an important part of our team. We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits including, but not limited to: 

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits on day 1 

• 401(k) program with company match and immediate vesting on day 1 

• Flexible PTO for all exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for all non-exempt roles 

• 10 company paid holidays 

• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave Options 

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (employee paid voluntary options) 

• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, caregiver support, and more!  

• Marketplace discounts and 24/7 access to online learning & development 

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.