Construction Laborer

The Sherwood Companies have a proven track record of completing a variety of projects from General Construction, to Construction Management and Design Build Projects for both public and private owners. A brief summary of the types of projects include, urban expressways, bridges, underground utilities, dam construction, asphalt/concrete paving and water/wastewater treatment plants.JOB DESCRIPTIONUnder general supervision, performs safe and efficient duties necessary in the heavy highway construction industry. The incumbent will need to operate in a safe and efficient manner following all personal protective equipment (PPE) and process requirements. Must be able to travel from jobsite to jobsite.BENEFITSPaid Time OffHoliday PayHealth, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident and Cancer InsuranceShort-term and Long-term disability401(k) with matchYearly boot reimbursementReferral bonus programACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPEFollow all company safety policies and practicesAbility to follow instructionsWork as a member of a teamWork with all crews doing the necessary tasks to complete a jobWork with hand tools and other equipment necessary to complete a taskEnsure and maintain work qualityMaintain jobsite cleanliness and organizationMove materials of various types and weightsPreserve and maintain work being done, as well as, completed workApply improved work procedures to ensure safety and efficiency of operationsPerform other related duties as assignedCapable of working outdoors in adverse weather conditions.INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR COMPETENCIESWork StandardsContinuous ImprovementInitiating ActionAdaptabilityContributing to Team SuccessManaging Work (Time Management)CommunicationCERTIFICATION/OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESMechanical knowledge of machines and toolsMathematicsManual dexterityExtent flexibilityFinger dexterityNear visionPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environmentAbility to effectively verbally communicateAbility to stand, sit, stoop, bend, walk and lift heavy objects (50 lbs)WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.