Laborer Entry Level - (Excavation)

Hughes General Contractors, Inc. is a longstanding family owned business with more than 65 years of experience, depth of knowledge and tradition. We are known within the industry for our outstanding employee culture and a business model offering steady, year-round employment with amazing benefits and opportunities for growth.

We are proud to offer you:

• Medical / RX Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident Plan
• Critical Illness Plan
• 401(K)
• Flex 125 Cafeteria Plan
• In-House Training Opportunities
• Company Store
• Weekly pay

Job Summary: Hughes General Contractors, Inc. is actively searching for a Laborer experienced in Excavation to join our growing team! This individual will perform tasks involving commercial construction projects. May operate a variety of hand and power tools. May clean and prepare sites, perform manual labor such as the use of hand shovels, rakes, etc. , work in and around excavations, clean up rubble and debris and remove waste materials. May assist other craft workers.

Essential Functions: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.)

• Perform a variety of tasks involving manual labor at various construction sites.
• Maintain a clean job site: pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards.
• Material handling and storage.
• Operate powered construction equipment. (depending on skill level & knowledge)
• Safely work around large heavy equipment
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. Bring problems to the attention of the Superintendent/Foreman, Safety Manager, Safety Officer or HR Manager.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Some knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in construction work.
• Some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to repeatedly lift and carry heavy objects (50 pounds), walk and stand for long periods of time and perform physical labor under adverse field conditions.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Have a desire to learn, grow, and develop a career with a progressive company.

Education, Training and Experience:

• Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work.
• Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.

Special Requirements: Must be able to pass controlled substance tests prior to and at all times during employment.

The Hughes Companies; Hughes General Contractors, Inc., Lakeview Rock Products, Inc., and Preferred Paving, LLC. are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law