Description
GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB Assist Foreman and skilled craft workers in performing their assigned duties under close supervision.
Usually an entry level position as the first step to learn a skill. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Digging, spreading and leveling dirt, sand and gravel using a pick, shovel or rake.
- Lift, carry and hold construction materials, tools and supplies.
- Clean tools, equipment, materials and work area.
- Mix, pour and spread concrete, asphalt, gravel and other materials using hand tools.
- Join, wrap and seal sections of pipe.
- Perform a variety of routine non-machine tasks such as removing forms, filling excavations, placing pipe sections in trench and assembling sections of pipe.
- Perform a variety of machine tasks such as tapping soil, jack hammering and assisting in the fusing of pipe.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and / or Human Resources.
- Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
- Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge / skill.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Less than a High School Diploma
WORKING CONDITIONS
Outdoors exposed to changing weather conditions (for instance, rain, sun, snow, wind, etc.)
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVEL
Heavy physical activity performing strenuous day activities of a primarily productive / technical nature.
MANUAL DEXTERITY
Manual dexterity sufficient to reach / handle items and work with the fingers and perceives attributes of objects and materials.
Note : The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.