GENERAL REQUIRMENTS:

Must possess a basic knowledge of materials, methods and the tools required in the construction industry and their use. 

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION:  Assist construction mechanics in the construction, installation and repair of new and existing structures.

TYPICAL DUTIES:   To perform any task that is required to complete the job.  This relates to all aspects of construction including, but not limited to:

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION:

• Assist with lay-out, measuring distances and elevations
• Hold plumb bobs, sighting rods, and other equipment, to aid in establishing reference points and lines
• Erecting and dismantling of scaffolding, shoring and bracing
• Install all types of insulation, waterproofing materials & vapor barriers
• Assist with all types of wood & metal walls, blocking, etc.
• Assist with hanging & finishing drywall

LABORER WORK:

• Lift, carry and hold building materials
• Dig, spread and level dirt and stone (using hand tools)
• Sandblasting & steam cleaning

CONCRETE WORK:

• Mix concrete, cement and grouting type materials
• Assist in the building and setting of concrete forms
• Assist in the dismantling and cleaning of concrete forms
• Assist in tying of reinforcing steel for foundations, footers and walls
• Assist in placement of wire mesh and expansion joints
• Assist in pouring concrete footers, walls, slabs, curbs and sidewalks
• Float, trowel and screed concrete

DEMOLITION WORK:

• Perform all phases of demolition work including the use of a jackhammer

EXTERIOR WORK:

• Siding, sheathing, roofs, soffit, gutters, downspouts, shutters and shingles

FINISHING WORK:

• Applying all types of paints, compounds, caulking, etc.
• Assist in setting hollow metal door and window jambs
• Assist with toilet partitions, casework & counter tops

OPERATIONS OF TOOLS & EQUIPMENT:

• Operate all hand, power and air tools properly and safely

HOUSEKEEPING:

• Clean tools and equipment
• Assist with daily clean-up of jobsite
• Building and window cleaning at completion of job