Skillforce is hiring Construction Laborers for ongoing project work at a VA medical center in San Antonio, Texas. As a Construction Laborer, you will be responsible for supporting a plumbing crew on underground pipe work. If you have trench or pipeline experience and reliable transportation, apply now!
Construction Laborer Pay:
* $18.00 per hour.
* W-2 employment with weekly pay.
* Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours in a week.
Construction Laborer Schedule:
* Monday through Friday on day shift, starting at 7:00 AM.
* Standard 8-hour days.
* Saturday work may be needed depending on project demand.
* Steady, ongoing work for dependable laborers.
Construction Laborer Responsibilities:
* Dig and backfill trenches by hand using shovels, picks, and rakes.
* Help the plumbing crew set pipe in the trench for underground lines.
* Handle, move, and stage pipe, fittings, and materials around the work area.
* Compact backfill and keep the trench and work area clean and safe.
* Work alongside plumbers and equipment operators as part of a crew.
* Follow jobsite safety rules and wear the required PPE at all times.
Construction Laborer Qualifications:
* Previous construction, underground utility, pipeline, or trench laborer experience is preferred.
* Plumber helper or pipe layer helper experience is a strong fit.
* Your own PPE, including a hard hat, safety glasses, a high-visibility vest, steel-toe boots, and gloves.
* Basic hand tools are a plus, such as a round-point shovel, a pick, a digging bar, a rake, and a tape measure.
* Reliable transportation to the site for a 7:00 AM start.
* Ability to lift 50 pounds or more and to bend, kneel, and stand for a full shift.
* Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
* OSHA 10 is preferred, and Skillforce can provide the course if you need it.
* Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Construction Laborer Benefits:
* Weekly pay
* Medical, dental, and vision available
* PTO and paid holidays
* 401(k)
* Referral bonus program
Apply through Indeed with a current resume that highlights your trench or underground construction experience.