RailWorks
Signal and Communications Laborer_
RailWorks, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64106
Job ID: 18272Benefits OfferingRailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.Position SummaryThe Laborer performs a variety of tasks involving physical labor at construction sites, utilizing hand and power tools and other equipment. This position requires a valid drivers license and the ability to travel as needed.Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties+ Maintain tools and equipment in ready-for-service condition.+ Reads and interprets plans, instructions, and specifications to determine work activities.+ Digs ditches or trenches, backfills excavations, and compacts and levels earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, and rakes.+ Loads, unloads, and identifies building materials, machinery, and tools, and distributes them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans and specifications+ Signals equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.+ Follows company and industry safety rules, practices, and procedures.Required Skills and Qualifications+ Must be 18 years or older.+ High school diploma/GED+ Valid driver’s license+ Minimum of year of relevant construction experience.+ Electric knowledge preferred .+ Ability to work as a team, to jointly carry out assigned tasks.+ Experience with machines and tools used in construction, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.+ Ability to read and understand instructions and work specifications.+ Ability to understand and follow safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions+ Works outdoors at construction sites for 10 to 12 hours a day.+ Travel and overnight stays in company paid hotel rooms+ Performs physical activities that require considerable use of the arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, and handling of materials, equipment, and tools.+ Lifts, pushes, pulls, and carries heavy objects, machinery, and tools up to 50 pounds+ Exposed to load noise, train and vehicular trafficThis job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position.
There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.
There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.