Demolition Laborer

Primary Purpose of Position:
Priestly Demolition Inc. (PDI) is looking for a dynamic individual who is passionate about Demolition and has interest in the construction industry! The position is located in Fairfax, Virginia, U.S.A.
In this position, the Demolition Laborer is a team member of the demolition crew and as such will be required to perform a variety of tasks involving physical labour. The Demolition Laborer is responsible for the efficient demolition according to established procedures, following all safety protocols and workplace policies, as well as responsible for a variety of general duties and assisting skilled trade’s people.
Priestly’s hiring philosophy is based on culture, collaboration and then skills. Here is what we look for:
Culture
PDI is founded on key values that drive what we do for our clients and for each other. At the core, we understand the value of people, and we encourage a culture of safety, hard work, quality, and teamwork supported by a solid family foundation.
Our core values are extremely important to us. Are they aligned with yours?

• Family - We are one family, one community, and we believe in treating each other with trust, respect, and courtesy. This is truly the foundation of our success.
• Safety - We hold Safety as the core value upon which all of our projects and business planning is based. No job is so important that it cannot be done safely.
• Integrity - We make all business decisions and conduct all business operations with the utmost integrity and professionalism. We are accountable to one another, to our clients, to our partners, and to our community.
• Innovation - We embrace life-long learning, staying ahead of the curve, and thinking outside of the box. We will always strive to have the best technology, equipment, and people in the industry.

Collaboration
This means being people smart and championing being a team player. We encourage teamwork and respect, help develop individual strengths, and recognize the contribution our people make to our success. We are always seeking better and more innovative ways to renew communities by clearing the way for new development, and by playing the role of environmental stewards.
Job Duties

• Controlled deconstruction of commercial, residential and road infrastructure

• Properly and safely load and unload metal materials from trucks

• Comply with company safe work practices and procedures

• Read electrical schematics, blueprints and other technical diagrams

• Use manual and power tool assisted demolition methods, including lifting of debris into waste management bins or trucks

• Clean and perform preparation of work-site

• Various other duties as required

• Position Requirements

Requirements

· High School Diploma or equivalent

· Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures

· Knowledge of First Aid and CPR preferred

· Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner

· Effective verbal and listening communications skills

· Time management skills

· Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints and other technical diagrams

· Critical eye for identifying defects

· Respect diversity - treat others with respect

· Avoid unnecessary conflict.

· Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, and the tools required in various assembly processes

· Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule

Work Conditions

· Job requires ability to work with a variety of hand and power tools

· Ability to lift and manipulate objects of up to 80 lbs for 50 feet is required

· Use of Personal Protection Equipment will be required (e.g. hard-hat, safety boots, etc.)

· Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in conditions that include heat and humidity, and exposure to dust

· Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue and to effectively jump, sprint or throw an object

· Requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination

· Noise level is generally loud

· Must be able to quickly move arms and legs

· Excellent stamina is required

· Hazards associated with the industry

• Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

· High School Diploma or equivalent

· Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures

· Knowledge of First Aid and CPR preferred

· Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner

· Effective verbal and listening communications skills

· Time management skills

· Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints and other technical diagrams

· Critical eye for identifying defects

· Respect diversity - treat others with respect

· Avoid unnecessary conflict.

· Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, and the tools required in various assembly processes

· Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule

Work Conditions

· Job requires ability to work with a variety of hand and power tools

· Ability to lift and manipulate objects of up to 80 lbs for 50 feet is required

· Use of Personal Protection Equipment will be required (e.g. hard-hat, safety boots, etc.)

· Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in conditions that include heat and humidity, and exposure to dust

· Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue and to effectively jump, sprint or throw an object

· Requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination

· Noise level is generally loud

· Must be able to quickly move arms and legs

· Excellent stamina is required

· Hazards associated with the industry

Job Type: Full-time