Petroleum Construction Laborer

Petroleum Construction Technician

Pay: $20 - $30 per hour FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt Reports to: Construction Manager

Company Summary: JDM is a petroleum construction company founded in 2019 and based in St. Louis, Missouri. JDM focuses on projects where we upgrade tanks, piping, and dispensers to help these locations stay competitive. JDM also takes on projects where they construct brand-new petroleum locations. We always take pride in ensuring that every project we undertake, regardless of its size, is completed accurately, and within the set timelines.

Primary Purpose of Job: This position is expected to complete general maintenance and repair support tasks for all petroleum construction sites. They will also provide stakeholders with cost-effective solutions to their petroleum equipment installation and compliance needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete projects and receive new-project instructions from the Petroleum Construction Manager.
• Deliver and swap parts and equipment for locations as needed.
• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate potential hazards such as concrete, trees and shrubs, building parts, and other debris.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on tools and equipment so they stay in good working condition.
• Work to improve team efficiency and increase profits.
• Maintain OSHA log, and ensure all certifications are up to date.
• Provide assistance/manpower to Midwest Petroleum Company Facilities Manager when requested.
• Assist other technicians with repairs and installations.
• Organize warehouse inventory.
• Operate machinery according to project plans and specifications.
• Mix and pour concrete, grout, cement, sand, or plaster.
• Provide 24/7 support and on-call services for locations owned by MPC.
• Handle any other work that can be assigned at the supervisor's discretion.

Education/Experience Qualifications:

Highschool Diploma 1+ years in Construction Clean driving record CDL license preferred

General Skill Requirements:

Adaptability — Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Accepts criticism and feedback; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; ability to work with frustrating situations; work under pressure and on an irregular schedule such as unscheduled overtime, unanticipated changes in work pace; Works with numerous distractions.

Attendance and Punctuality — Schedules time off in advance; Begins working on time; Keeps absences within guidelines; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Communications — Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; and in written form; Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Cooperation — Establishes and maintains effective relations; Exhibits tact and consideration; Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner; Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively in group situations; Works actively to resolve conflicts.

Job Knowledge — Competent in required job skills and knowledge; Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Keeps abreast of current developments; Requires minimal supervision; Displays understanding of how job relates to others; Uses resources effectively.

Judgment — displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in the decision-making process; Makes timely decisions; ability to work with and maintain confidential information.

Problem solving — Identifies problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Resolves problems in early stages; Works well in group problem solving situations.

Quality — Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly; Achieves established goals.

Concentration — Maintains attention to detail over an extended period, continually aware of variations in changing situations.

Physical Requirements:

This position is performed in a fast-paced environment, with frequent exposure to general office equipment, beverage equipment, coolers, and any other site-specific equipment/factors. You could also encounter exposure to hazardous materials and loud noises. This job requires the ability to walk, stand, bend, and reach regularly. Must be able to frequently be required to lift, push, or pull weight of at least 5 to 100 pounds. Ability to work in different Midwest Petroleum Stations. Reasonable accommodation may be made to assist an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the job.