A Construction Helper or Worker works at construction sites and projects. Works as a skilled trades worker such as bricklayer, carpenter, painter, electrician or mason, or operates construction equipment.
Vigen Construction, Inc. is a family-owned, licensed, and bonded construction company recognized as a leader and innovator in delivering complete construction services across the United States. The company manages projects from initial consultation and design through estimating, scheduling, and turnkey construction. Vigen Construction maintains a large field force with full-time crews and superintendents experienced in industrial and commercial work, supported by specialists in engineering, CAD design, layout, and safety. This diverse expertise enables the team to deliver safe, efficient solutions for complex projects, on time and within budget. The company's many repeat clients highlight Vigen Construction's reputation for reliability and long-term partnership.
JOB OVERVIEW
This safety-sensitive position works on construction projects, usually working in utility capacity, by transferring from one task to another where the demands require varied experience and an ability to work without close supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Measures distances from grade stakes, drives stakes, and stretches tight line. Bolts, nails, aligns, and blocks up under forms. Positions rebar and ties. Smooths and finishes freshly-poured cement or concrete. Erects scaffolding, shoring, and braces. Safely operates hand and power tools. Protects surfaces by mopping, brushing, or spreading paints or other compounds. Applies caulking compounds by hand or with caulking gun to seal crevices. Saws lumber, dismantles forms, removes projects from concrete, and mounts pipe hangers. Participates in demolition work. Maintains a clean job site by picking up all tools and equipment and by cleaning up rubble and debris. Assists other craft workers. Ensures that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. Brings any issues or concerns to the attention of the Site Superintendent, Safety Representative, or Human Resources.
COMPETENCIES
Collaboration and teamwork Initiative Time management Verbal communications Adaptability Attendance and punctuality Dependability
WORK ENVIRONMENT
: While performing the duties of this job, employee will be regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Project locations require continuous travel.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. One to three months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Forklift and/or skid-steer loader experience preferred.
COMPENSATION
Pay for this role starts at $20.00/hr.
BENEFITS
Benefits begin the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment and include: Health insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay are available after 90 days for employment.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply