Summary:

Granite Excavation, Inc is seeking laborers. Granite is a family owned construction company based out of Cascade, ID, as well as operates out of the Treasure Valley area. We specialize in earthmoving, underground utilities, paving, trucking and aggregates, and miscellaneous concrete structures in the public and private sectors. We also aim to provide turnkey GC packages in multiple private industries, as well as acting as General Contractors on complex public works projects.

Job Description:

A pipe layer is responsible for working in a safe and effective manner, performing tasks involving physical labor at constructions sites, and may operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, clean up rubble and debris, and other materials. Assists foremen and equipment operators and need to have the ability to communicate with residents and members of the public in a courteous and respectful manner. Must be able to pass a drug test, have a good driving record and have reliable transportation. We have job sites all around the entire Treasure Valley and in Emmett.

Primary Responsibilities:

• work well with all co-workers, residents and customers
• follow direction of the foremen and equipment operators as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite
• signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials
• perform daily safety and maintenance checks
• advise the foremen and equipment operators of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• practice workplace safety
• clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards

Qualifications and Requirements:

• must have strong work ethics
• ability to multi-task and manage time efficiently
• must be honest, trustworthy, and display integrity
• show dependability and reliability
• be willing to work hard
• must possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• be flexible
• demonstrate respectful communication with the public in a positive and courteous manner
• display problem solving abilities
• maintain professionalism
• know the why, as well as the what
• not required but preferred OSHA 10/30, CPR, First Aid, Valid Driver's License, CDL
• not required but preferred previous construction/excavation experience
• not required but preferred high school or equivalent education

Working Conditions - physical, environmental, sensory and mental demands:

The unavoidable, externally imposed conditions under which the work must be performed and which create hardship for the incumbent including the frequency and duration of occurrence of physical demands, environmental conditions, demands on one's senses and mental demands.

The laborer has a physically strenuous and demanding job. He/she will be lifting up to 100lbs, pulling, shoveling and laboring for heavy equipment operators. The laborer will have to work in all weather types and must be prepared for both extreme heat and cold. The laborer must ensure that all activities are completed in a safe and efficient way.

He/she must work outside and may at times be exposed to dangerous and/or toxic substances. Must take necessary precautions to protect eyes, nose and skin from irritation and infection.

The laborer must work independently and is expected to maintain a schedule of work. Any problems or inconveniences may result in increased stress to complete tasks in a limited time.

Granite Excavation, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to recruit, hire and promote qualified persons without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, age or disabilities. If you need any reasonable accommodations in the application or the interviewing process, please notify someone in our office.

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Benefits:

• health benefits - medical, dental, vision, life, EAP, STD, HSA, FSA
• PTO
• 401(k) matching
• Referral program
• Safety incentive
• Job incentive
• Employer discretion profit sharing
• Granite gear giveaways

Schedule:

• 8-12 hour shifts Mon-Friday, sometimes Saturdays
• Overtime availability
• Day shifts