Construction General Laborer (Kearney, NE)

The Construction General Laborer position will begin in Elm Creek, NE, and then require extended travel and work throughout the Midwest (e.g. Oklahoma, Kansas, Arkansas, Nebraska).

$19.00/Hour

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance options

Per Diem Benefits

Primary Function:

The General Laborer is a support role to the skilled trades on highway construction projects. Laborers may operate a variety of equipment including hand and power tools: air hammers, earth tampers, small mechanical hoists, surveying, and measuring equipment. They clean and prepare job sites, clean up rubble and debris and any other items as directed by the Foreman or Division Manager.

Typical Duties:

May shovel or scrape concrete or asphalt.

May be asked to operate small power tools.

May lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies.

May assist in the placement, moving and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices.

May tie rebar or assist with setting stringline.

May signal truck dumping construction materials.

May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

Must be able to follow directions.

Must be able work outdoors in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.

Must be able to climb, stoop, bend, and squat as required for various duties.

Must adhere to safety requirements as outline in the Employee Handbook.

Must be able to work in a team environment and assist co-workers and supervisors with other duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen with a "Negative" result

Must be able to complete a post-offer physical with a "Capable" result.

Koss Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. Women, Minorities, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.