Field Laborer

at ENCAP, Inc. in DeKalb, Illinois, United States Job Description This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4 (a), 60-300.5 (a) and 60-741.5 (a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

FIELD LABORER

Gather and remove litter/debris. Use hand tools, such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, brush saws, chain saws, hedge or brush trimmers, or axes. Water trees or plants, using portable watering systems, hoses, or watering cans. Care for natural areas by mulching, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, or trimming / edging. Plant seeds, foliage, flowering plants, grasses, ground covers, trees, or shrubs and apply mulch for protection, using gardening tools. Haul or spread topsoil or spread straw over seed to hold soil in place. Install erosion control blanket using staples and hand methods.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintaining a safe and clean work environment, on job sites, during travel, and within the shop through control and proper use/maintenance of physical material inventories, machines, equipment, tools, and PPE. Implement and follow ENCAP Safety Manual policies and procedures including toolbox talks, enforcement of PPE use and maintenance, etc. Maintain a high level of professional conduct and a positive attitude while on the jobsite, and while interacting with the public and ENCAP clients. Be familiar with and practice safe and proper operation of small power equipment, such as weed eaters, chainsaws, cut saws, compactors, backpack blowers, etc.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High School graduate or GED. Must be able to perform manual labor, operate small tools such as chainsaws, weed eaters, and back pack blowers, etc. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 Lbs. and navigate rugged and uneven terrain on foot. Must be able to follow oral and/or written instructions, work outdoors in variable and rugged conditions, and establish effective working relationships with other employees, officials and the general public.

BENEFITS

Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid Vacation To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account