Laborer(Out of Town) - HK Idaho Falls, ID

1. Participates in daily THINK/TRACK meetings plus weekly safety meetings.
2. Prepares ground surfaces for the road building process.  Removes debris out of the construction path.
3. Operates ground compactors, levels out and rakes dirt, sets string markers, and removes items within the area to be paved.
4. Sets up and installs Silt Fence, Wattles, fencing, barricades, and/or safety cones to block off the work area as needed.
5. Prepares manhole covers, openings and water lines.  May insert risers as needed.
6. Walks behind paver machine to shovel and rake asphalt as it is applied to the ground. Levels out asphalt with rake and uses shovel to dig out manhole covers and water valve boxes that are buried by the asphalt.
7. Cleans asphalt off tools and equipment after each work day.
8. May assist with operating equipment as needed and if trained, including paver, roller, backhoe, water truck, etc.
9. Performs other laborer tasks as needed to include cutting concrete or asphalt with saw, sweeping, etc.

1. Hand shovels to prepare ground trenches for pipes and utility lines.  May dig up existing pipes and lines.  Pipes include water, sewer, conduit and other utility lines.
2. Attaches trench box and pipes to chains or guide wires to be lifted and moved by the heavy equipment operator.  Installs shoring materials.
3. Guides pipes into place while equipment operator maneuvers pipe on chains/wires.  
4. Connects pipes using tools, lubricants, glue, grout, etc. 
5. Builds couplings, connectors, and mechanical joints using various tools and parts. 
6. Cuts pipe to size.
7. Sets up and operates laser level tripod and pipe lasers.
8. May operate equipment as needed if trained, including front end loader, excavator, backhoe, skidsteer and other construction equipment. 

1. Hand shovels and rakes to perform groundwork.
2. May cut concrete with saw as needed to finish grades.
3. Removes and replaces sewer/manhole/sump castings and covers in the ground.
4. Assists the Grader with grading tasks as needed.
5. Performs other laborer duties as required.        
6. May operate equipment as needed if trained, including skidsteer and other equipment. 

1. Uses various equipment, hand and power tools.
2. Picks up and/or delivers construction materials at job site locations.  
3. Performs job site clean-up.
4. Assists with flagging and traffic control as needed.
5. Maintains all tools and equipment in a safe and clean condition.
6. Other duties as assigned per supervisor

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Previous related experience in the construction field is a plus.

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 
• Ability to write correspondences and memos. 
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Inventory and Order processing systems; uses job specific computer system for ticketing and two way radio for communications.
• May be subject to drug testing, and physical agilities testing.

• Must have a current and valid driver’s license. 

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional employee situations; Responds promptly to employee needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion
• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

HK Contractors is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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