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United Rentals
General Laborer
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What they do
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.
$45,260 / year median in Virginia
+11% projected growth
Job Description
- _Great company. Great people. Great opportunities._
- If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider,
- come build your future with United Rentals!
- The Equipment Associate (Matting Solutions) will be responsible for all labor tasks associated with our service capabilities.
- What you'll do:
- + Install erosion and sediment control devices + Drive wood stakes into the ground with sledgehammers + Apply grass seed, fertilizer and lime to work areas; apply straw blanket and straw to restored ground areas + Clean track equipment, sweep and shovel mud and debris off of construction roads and right-of-way accesses + Install T-post and safety fencing + Install geo-textile fabric below aggregate installations + Load and unload construction material and tools + Spot heavy equipment while in operation •
Requirements:
- + High school diploma or equivalent, ability to read and write fluently (English) + Valid driver's license + 1+ year(s) of experience in construction and knowledge of safety hazards of construction projects + Excellent physical stamina: strength, balance, mobility, dexterity and lifting heavy equipment + Frequent use of hand tools: power tools, chop saws, grinders and others + Skill in reading and interpreting Access and Construction Plans (preferred) + Travel out of town during the week or weekends, extensive overtime This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals' policies and procedures •_Why join us?
- We don't just "talk the talk!
- _United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability._
Compensation Range:
$19.15 - $27.55Benefits
- Parental Leave
- Sick Leave
- Dental Insurance
- Discounts/Reimbursements