General Laborer presso BUCKEYE FIRE & EQUIPMENT CO

Description

We are seeking a skilled, reliable general laborer to join our growing company. In this position, you will be responsible for assisting contractors, operating heavy machinery, and following all site health and safety regulations. A strong work ethic and attention to detail are essential.

Essential Functions

• Unload tools, prepare building site materials, stack building materials, and set up equipment
• Follow the direction and instructions received from the Construction/ Project Coordinator 
• Assist in building scaffolding and temporary structures
• Use construction and maintenance tools and equipment to complete daily tasks. Safely operate a variety of tools including pressure washers, jackhammers, drills, saws, grinders, and blowtorches
• Prepare new construction sites by digging, moving dirt, or compacting space
• Aid contractors (i.e. craft workers, electricians, painters) as needed
• Clean and clear debris and hazardous materials
• Follow all health and safety regulations when operating equipment. Ensure proper PPE are worn
• Complete all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensure construction equipment and tools are cleaned and stored properly
• Documents work performed including preventative and corrective maintenance issues
• Work is primarily performed on Buckeye properties and may require minimal travel 

Job Specifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED
• Vocational school or trade apprenticeships a plus, but not required
• 1-2 years of construction or building experience. Drywall, roofing, electrical experience preferred, but not required
• Must demonstrate the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times

Must have the ability to: 

• occasionally lift 50 pounds unassisted
• walk, stand, sit, bend or kneel to access equipment
• climb ladders and/or use personnel lifting devices to work at elevated levels.
• work in non-climate-controlled areas 
• wear protective gear including safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses and dust mask
• work independently or as an active member of a team
• work a changing shift schedule and on weekends

Buckeye Fire Equipment provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.