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KS Industries
Laborer
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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.
$42,793 / year median in Texas
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Laborer KS Industries - 3.5 Midland, TX Job Details Full-time 11 hours ago Qualifications Buffing Lifting equipment Measuring tapes Gas leak detectors Post-trip inspection protocols Fire safety Pre-trip inspection protocols Automotive preventive maintenance inspections Outdoor work experience Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) implementation Construction safety briefings English Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Performing regular vehicle safety checks Handheld radios Grinding tools Hazard identification and correction Shovels Gas sensors Cleaning Safety equipment Computer skills Power tools Safety standard operating procedures Hand tools Working on construction projects Hazardous energy control Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Entry level Mobile devices Full Job Description Please contact 575-941-3992 with any questions about the online application process. General Summary A Laborer assists crew leader, equipment operator, crane operator and/or welder to accomplish daily task which consist of a variety of manual labor functions and duties. Essential Job Functions 1. Regular and reliable attendance. 2. Prepared and on time for scheduled shift with proper PPE. 3. Responsible for Daily Shift validations. 4. Engage in morning safety tailgate meeting and communicate safety topic with crew when needed. 5. Perform and fill out pre-trip vehicle inspection before leaving the yard, check all fluids/tires/lights/ and all signs as listed on pre-trip. 6. Perform monthly tool audits on equipment and ensure compliance (vehicle registration/ fire extinguisher). 7. Follow and/or complete the Detailed Daily Work Plan (DDWP) and ensure crew actively participates, knows and follows each procedure. 8. Help identify hazards on the job site by being aware of the dangers associated with hazardous atmospheres. 9. Perform tasks assigned by PLW or Foreman like; mitigate or eliminate hazards on the job site, dig ditches, clean up spills and stand fire watch, buff and grind as needed for Welder. 10. Learn proper use and maintenance of various tools; gas monitors, two-way radios, basic hand tools, lifting, rigging and binding equipment, shovels, slings etc. 11. Be actively involved in Behavioral Safety Process. 12. Develop knowledge of KSI PPM-SOPs and refer to the SOP Manual prior to each task. 13. Follow all KS Industries, LLC safety, and customer policies and procedures. 14. Shall perform all physical and mental requirements listed. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to read and write in English Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions in English Ability to communicate with employees and various business partners in a professional and courteous manner. Knowledge of Lock Out/ Tag Out process Knowledge of Stop Work Authority (SWA) Knowledge of technology (iPads, cellphones etc.) Ability to complete training for Behavioral Safety Process Ability to read a tape measure Ability to recognize and use hand and power tools Ability to demonstrate basic construction safety rules Ability to work in confined spaces for long periods at a time Ability to be clean shaven to wear supplied air mask and work at high elevated platforms Ability to assist crane operations as a swamper Education and Experience Preferably 1-2 years of related industry experience (6 months minimum) along with knowledge of tools. Physical & Mental Requirements Less than 1% 1% to 33% 34% to 65% 66% to 100%