What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer position at Colas?
Subsidiary: Branscome Companies Inc.
Branscome Inc., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the state of Virginia, is one of the largest heavy highway and general contracting companies in the Mid-Atlantic region. We take immense pride in building the things that you can see, but also those you can’t. Camaraderie in the field, with our clients, and out in the community is the spirit that drives our dedication and commitment to excellence. By joining our team, you will get participate in an industry-leading safety culture, receive extensive technical and career training, and, when ready, have access to advancement opportunities in your field. To learn more about Branscome Inc. visit www.branscome.com/.
Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.
Branscome Inc., and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com.
Job Summary
Safely perform labor tasks and support the members of the paving crew to produce the highest quality product in the safest and most efficient manner.
Main Responsibilities
- Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all federal, state, local and company safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for each task.
- Shovel dirt, stone, and asphalt.
- Operate skid steer, broom tractor and loader.
- Locate and identify utility lines.
- Act as spotter and/or flagger for haulers entering or exiting the job site.
- Use various tools such as shovel, brooms, pick, mattock, brush hook, rake, pneumatic hammer/drill, tamps (both manual and power driven), concrete saw, sledgehammer and other tools associated with manual labor.
- Perform all other duties deemed necessary or assigned.
- Perform all work functions in appropriate PPE.
Skills
- Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to and from job sites.
- Must be able to lift, stand, and bend for long periods of time.
- Able to work weekends, night, and overtime as needed..
Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries (Branscome Inc.) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you need an accommodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact Colas Inc. 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.
