Laborer 1 - Construction

ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES

Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services. When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole, and subsequently, our Tribe. We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, mental health support and resources, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.

LOCATION

This position requires onsite presence 5 days a week at one our project sites near Crow Agency, MT.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Tepa Companies are seeking a Laborer to perform tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, heavy construction, excavation, and demolition project sites. The Laborer may operate a variety of equipment and instruments.

Job Functions:

Identifies and operates hand and power tools as needed, including air hammers, earth tampers, concrete mixers, small mechanical hoists, saws, power drills, skid steers, forklifts, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. Reads and interprets construction plans, instructions, and specifications. Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards, including rubble and debris. Controls passing traffic. Signals Equipment Operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of equipment. Assists with loading, transporting, unloading, and furnishing materials, tools, and supplies. Restocks worksite supplies and materials as necessary. Identifies and follows safe working procedures. Identifies and stops unsafe work practices that present imminent danger to themselves and others. Performs other physical labor and responsibilities as assigned, including, but not limited to digging ditches and trenches, backfilling excavations, sealing structural components, measuring and recording areas, unloading and identifying materials, assembling and erecting equipment such as scaffolding, pouring concrete, setting braces to support the sides of excavations.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

No prior experience or knowledge required Some experience operating equipment preferred, but not required Ability to pass a required drug screen and background check Ability to work overtime and some weekends as required Must possess a valid driver's license Ability to gain access to military installations and facilities if applicable Ability to work effectively with a team Ability to communicate clearly Ability to listen to and understand information and direction both verbally and in writing Ability to learn on the job Ability to assist, mentor and/or train other Laborers Full understanding of Laborer tasks to be performed on a job site and knowledge to complete tasks with little to no direction Additional knowledge or skills related to carpentry, pipelaying or pipefitting, surveying and grading, or concrete finishing Demonstrate willingness to take on job challenges Demonstrate energy and stamina to accomplish work tasks Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability Demonstrate careful attention to detail and thoroughness Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans If you don't see a position that matches what you're looking for, share your information with us! Our recruiters will contact you when an opportunity aligns with your experience.