Swamper/General Oilfield Laborer - Martin Construction Inc.

Summary of Position:

Perform tasks involving physical labor with heavy construction projects or shop duties.May operate a variety of hand and power tools. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, and remove waste materials. May assist operators.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in heavy/highway construction projects and/or oilfield projects.
• Perform manual work in preparing surfaces, ditches, culverts or other areas.
• Shovel dirt within construction area as defined by grade fill specifications given by foreman/operator.
• Maitain a clean job site; pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards.
• Load and unload material manually, haul and hoist materials (pipe, box culverts, supplies).
• Shop maintenace duties when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities and Physical Demands Required:

• Basic knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in construction work.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
• Can follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Responsible to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.

Martin Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer