Construction General Laborer - Tacoma, United States - Sierra Construction

    Sierra Construction
    Sierra Construction Tacoma, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    ** Sierra Construction Company**

    ** Construction General Laborer**

    Tacoma, WA 98402

    **Company Overview:**

    Our goal isnt to be the biggest contractor in the Northwest, its to be the best. We are interested more in quality than quantity, a desire to excel as a team of people who all believe that a commitment to customer service is crucial and that each of us has a contribution that is key to our companys success. Our mission and guiding philosophy as a leading northwest contractor is to consistently produce the highest quality product while building lasting relationships with our clients and our employees.

    **Job Summary:**

    Laborers perform various physical tasks on commercial construction jobsites in support of the overall project. This includes but is not limited to assisting Carpenters during the phases of structural concrete formwork, general clean up and jobsite organization. Any number or types of tasks may also be assigned. An ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications:

    **Specific Skills and Knowledge Requirements:**

    Have basic working knowledge of power tools and equipment

    Have working knowledge of various construction materials

    Ability to operate or be trained to operate a scissor lift, self-propelled aerial platform lift, and a reach forklift

    Experience working in construction is preferred. Applicants who have never worked in construction should explain why they are interested and/or qualified

    **General and Employment Requirements:**

    Pass a pre-employment drug test

    Have reliable transportation

    Ability to work Monday through Friday day shift

    Ability to work overtime as required including extended work days and weekends as necessary

    **Work Conditions:**

    Ability and willingness to work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements

    Ability to walk over rough, uneven or slippery surfaces

    Ability to climb stairs or ladders

    Ability to work in a variety of physical positions which include, but are not limited to, sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, crawling, and walking

    Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move or position objects weighing up to 50 pounds