Job purpose
The Construction Laborer’s duties include labor work related to road construction.
This position is open to fill laborer positions on our grading crew and our asphalt crews.
This posting is for the 2024 construction season with an anticipated start from mid-April to early May.
Duties and responsibilities
Loads, transports, and unloads tools, equipment, and supplies required for each project
Willingness to learn and follow instructions
Must be able to use all hand tools of the trade safely & proficiently
Be able to do high-quality work at a fast pace
Must be willing and able to work long hours & weekends
Must be safety-oriented at all times
Strong work ethic (dependable, excellent attendance, trustworthy)
Ability to work well with others
Must have a reliable means of transportation
The ability to operate some motorized equipment is a plus, but will train
All other duties as assigned, delegated, or necessary for operations
Qualifications
Great work ethic and good attitude
Must possess a valid Driver’s License
Ability to pass a pre-employment urine drug test and comply with drug and alcohol policies during employment
Working conditions
Outdoor environment subject to changing conditions and temperatures
Occasional exposures to fumes, dust, odors, heights, and loud noises
May be required to work 60+ hours, 6 days a week
Physical requirements
Verbal, auditory, and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner
Clarity of vision at varying distances to perform various work assignments
Standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods of time
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of specialized tools and equipment
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally
Occasional bending, kneeling, or crouching
Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling object(s) weighing up to 75 pounds
Why Work for Northern Improvement?
Fifth Generation Family Owned and Operated
Excellent Equipment
Competitive Pay and Benefits
Safety First Mindset
Northern Improvement is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This is a Safety Sensitive position.