Laborer

ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES The Tepa Companies are wholly owned subsidiaries of the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians. They deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing and technology services. Established in 2005, the Tepa Companies employ people in offices across the United States, including California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Missouri, and Texas. When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole and subsequently, our Tribe. We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering competitive pay and benefits packages. Tepa Companies is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workforce. ABOUT THE JOB The Laborer performs tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, heavy construction, excavation, and demolition project sites. The Laborer may operate a variety of equipment and instruments. Job responsibilities Operates hand and power tools as needed, including air hammers, earth tampers, concrete mixers, small mechanical hoists, saws, power drills, and a variety of other equipment and instruments Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards, including rubble and debris Controls passing traffic Signals Equipment Operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of equipment Assists Electrician with loading, transporting, unloading, and furnishing materials, tools and supplies Restocks worksite supplies and materials as necessary Identifies and follows safe working procedures Identifies and stops unsafe work practices that present imminent danger to themselves and others Performs other physical labor and responsibilities as assigned, including, but not limited to: digging ditches and trenches, sealing structural components, measuring and recording areas, unloading and identifying materials, pouring concrete, setting braces to support the sides of excavations, assisting Electricians WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Some experience operating equipment preferred, but not required Ability to pass required drug screen and background check Ability to work overtime and some weekends as required Must possess a valid driver's license Ability to gain access to military installations and facilities if applicable Ability to work effectively with a team Ability to communicate clearly Knowledge of and ability to use power and hand tools, materials, and other equipment used on construction sites preferred, but not required Knowledge of excavation and backfilling methods, practices, and procedures preferred, but not required Knowledge of safety practices and procedures specific to labor work, including OSHA standards Ability to listen to and understand information and direction both verbally and in writing Ability to learn on the job