General Laborer at KEMRON Environmental Services General Laborer at KEMRON Environmental Services in Lookout Mountain, Tennessee Posted in about 22 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Position Summary:

The KEMRON Laborer performs tasks that require primarily physical strength on heavy construction projects and highway construction sites. The Laborer will perform a variety of onsite project tasks possibly involving strenuous manual labor. Primary duties and responsibilities include Load and unload trucks, and other material conveyances Excavate and fill trenches and ditches and set braces to support the sides of excavations Erect scaffolding on project site Move supplies and materials to proper location by wheelbarrow or hand truck Stack materials for storage or binning Collect refuse, debris, rubble, and salvageable materials Dig, fill, and tamp earth excavations Level ground using pick, shovel, other manual or power equipment Clean/clear culverts and ditches Cut trees and brush Operate a variety of manual and power equipment, i.e., lawnmowers May move and arrange heavy pieces of office and household furniture, equipment, and appliance, as well as heavy pieces of automotive, medical engineering, and other types of machinery and equipment Spread sand and salt on icy roads and walkways Rake/Pick up leaves and trash Consistently follow KEMRON and OSHA safety policies and procedures, bringing any problems to the attention of the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Director or HR Manager Follow daily procedures, policies, and protocols as set forth in job orientation, training, and onsite tailgate meetings Assist site personnel in the safe execution of all project work Shovel bituminous concrete (asphalt) into construction area Assist in patching asphalt with hot and cold mix. Excavate and fills trenches and ditche Maintain a clean job site: pick up all tools and equipment and assist to secure job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards Required Qualifications and Skills Any combination of training, skills, and experience that demonstrate the knowledge and ability to perform the work of a Laborer Willingness and ability to perform strenuous manual work following verbal instruction The ability to work safely around a remediation construction project site where multiple pieces of equipment and site personnel are performing separate tasks Knowledge of proper use of hand tools and power equipment, materials and supplies used in heavy/highway construction work Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule Skill and experience to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions Knowledge to safely and appropriately use power equipment and hand tools Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency Additional Qualifications Preferre 40-hour OSHA Hazardous Waste Operator (HAZWOPER) trainin Current 8-hour

HAZWOPER

refresher trainin Current, clear motor vehicle record, meeting KEMRON vehicle insurance requirement Certified first aid and CPR trainin Primary residence located within 50 miles of project sit Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy truck and equipment operation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/MENTAL REQUIREMEN

Pass required medical monitoring

HAZWOPER

physical exam. Good eyesight and excellent eye-hand coordination. Good judgment to safely and correctly follow steps necessary to perform complicated tasks. Work closely, safely, and respectfully with other employees/positions on site without continuous supervision. Ability to remain constantly alert and observant of surroundings. Regularly perform tasks in outside weather conditions, including rain, extreme heat, wet and/or humidity. Physical and mental stamina to safely and productively work 8-10 hour shifts with minimal meal/rest breaks. Ability to perform safely while exposed to vibration, dust, asphalt, and/or hazardous material. Satisfactorily and safely perform manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion with potential exposure to adverse weather conditions. Will frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Withstand daily loud and possibly continuous noise level using proper hearing protection. Ability to frequently or continuously use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls. Manual dexterity to reach with both hands and arms, often in repetitive patterns. Easily and safely walk short distances, sometimes over uneven terrain. For specific projects, must pass physical exam to work while using respiratory protection including Air Purifying Respirators and supplied air respirators. Read, understand and sign-off on Corporate and worksite Health and Safety Plan(s). Apply good judgment in order to perform complicated tasks and to work closely with other site personnel without constant supervision. Perform work in an environment near moving mechanical parts and vehicles.