Laborer

Description

Since starting in 1983, Tapani has evolved from a single-person operation to a family-led legacy, maintaining a fun and friendly environment from the beginning. With a large team across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, we now cover five diverse market sectors: Civil Site Development, Buildings, Environmental, Transportation, and Utility Infrastructure. The consistent dedication to our core values has helped us grow, creating more opportunities for our current team and the need for new teammates.

Take a look what our current employees say about working for Tapani: Tapani Careers

Job Purpose and Summary

The Laborer is responsible for performing the day to day activities of the onsite project in accordance to the Foreman's direction and schedule.

Responsibility

Responsible for field assignments

Communicate with Foreman to understand the plan for the day

Ensure all tools needed for the days' work are ready and available

Duties can include:

Grade layout and grade checking

Spotter for equipment operators, trucks

Level earth to fine grade specifications

Build forms

Install pipe, manholes, catch basins

Manual preparation and clean-up of site

Shovel, rake, sweep

Concrete work

Painting and sealing

Run plate whackers and jumping jacks

Assisting in building demo and clean up

Assist operator in keeping equipment tracks clean

Assist other craft workers

Assist with all tasks to ensure a quality project by Tapani Inc

Responsible for maintenance of the job site

Install, maintain erosion control

Ensure all small tools and equipment are utilized correctly, maintained and kept clean on job site

Clean up job site at end of every shift

Responsible for Site Safety

Ensure OSHA standards are personally adhered to

Understand the safety risk with each task and ensure proper safety methods are adhered to

Ensure all safety training is current

Responsible for upholding the Integrity of Tapani Inc

Ensure an atmosphere of team work and utilization of each crew members abilities

Maintain efficiency and quality throughout the project

Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification.

Consistently at work and on time

Always seek ways to learn and grow personally and professionally

Work Ethic - works hard, gives 100%

Job Requirements and Qualifications

High school education or equivalent

Be able to listen and follow direction of supervisor

Know and recognize basic hand tools (ie- spade shovels, flat shovels, rock rakes)

Must be aware of surroundings of self and coworkers

Lift heavy loads and navigate construction job site terrain

Must be able to hand dig and backfill holes

Hand eye coordination and balance. Physical dexterity

Must be reliable and dependable

Maintain the Tapani Inc culture: work with the best interest of Tapani Inc first, maintain a positive attitude, maintain a team atmosphere

Working Environment

Working conditions for this position will be on project site, locally and possibly out of town

Employee must be physically able to perform job duties which may include but not limited to heavy lifting, digging, raking, and constant standing

Hours worked will be weather dependent along with schedule requirements. Summer time typically is longer hours and winter typically is shorter hours due to daylight

Work may require weekend work when project demands

Compensation and Benefits

Pay: $23.23 - $31.27 per hour (based on qualifications and experience)

Comprehensive Medical Insurance plans with low to $0 monthly premiums

Additional voluntary insurance options include: Dental, Vision, and a wide variety of Supplemental insurances.

Flexible Paid Time Off and Sick Time

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k) options with up to 4% employer match

See the full list of benefits here