Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Veterans Preference General Description Construction Laborers typically have previous experience working in road construction; predominately working with their hands, feet and using consistent thought process in decision making and executing instructions. Key Duties Construction Laborers are responsible for carrying out a wide range of physical responsibilities which may include: Measures distance from grade stakes, drives stakes, and stretches tight line. Observe excavating activities to verify conformance to stake references. Reads survey stake along highway right of way to determine grade specification for embankment. Bolts, nails, aligns, and block up under forms. Signals operators of construction or asphalt equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications. Level earth or asphalt to grade specifications, using picks, shovels and rakes. Variety of tasks involving dexterous use of hands and tools, such as sawing lumber, dismantling forms, removing projections from concrete, and mounting pipe hangers. Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts. Preparing construction sites by clearing debris, removing hazards, and setting up barriers or signage. Loading and unloading materials such as concrete, tools, and equipment. Digging trenches and excavations for foundations, utilities, or drainage systems. Operating basic hand and power tools safely and effectively. Assisting skilled workers such as carpenters, equipment operators, pipe layers and concrete finishers. Mixing and pouring concrete or other construction materials. Installing and removing temporary structures such as scaffolding, fencing, and forms. Directing traffic around construction zones when required. Moving materials and equipment throughout the job site manually or using wheelbarrows, forklifts, or other equipment. Assisting with site grading and landscaping activities. Conducting basic maintenance on tools and equipment. Other duties as assigned. General. To perform this job, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience. This position is an entry-level role and requires minimal experience in the construction industry. High school diploma or equivalent preferred Driver's license (preferred) Must be able to understand verbal and visual instructions and communicate with job site supervisors and fellow employees. Minimum Months of Experience in

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12 Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Construction Laborer to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.. Constant ability to walk at a normal pace, on various walking surfaces, including asphalt, concrete, dirt and stone. Frequent ability to stoop, bend, and crouch. Frequent physical dexterity to use hand tools, such as a hand shovel or wheelbarrow; consisting of pushing/pulling and lifting up to 25 lbs. Must be able to use steps and handle/grab bard to access and egress heavy mobile equipment. Frequent vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Frequent ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., moving equipment, backing alarms, or other alarms, instructions/directions from supervisor and/or spotter). Work is performed outdoors, in various weather conditions; typically excluding below freezing temperatures. Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, commonly found in road construction. Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found in road construction or near equipment, such as, grease, diesel fuel, gasoline, and asphalt. Employee regularly works near heavy equipment, moving machinery, and near traffic.