Construction Helper

Job description

Our client is a trusted and growing concrete-cutting and selective-demolition contractor serving commercial and industrial clients throughout the Raleigh–Durham region and surrounding areas. Known for their commitment to safety, integrity, and quality workmanship, they offer a wide range of services including flat sawing, wall and wire sawing, core drilling, hand-sawing, selective demolition, and concrete removal and repair. As their team continues to grow, our client is seeking a hardworking and dependable **Construction Helper** to support Operators in performing concrete sawing, drilling, cutting, and selective demolition services. This position is physically demanding and requires a strong work ethic, a focus on safety, and a willingness to learn. Helpers assist with transporting equipment, preparing jobsites, handling materials, maintaining tools. ### Essential Functions - **Jobsite Support** - Assist Operators in setting up and transporting equipment to/from jobsites. - Assist in preparing jobsites by unloading tools, staging equipment. - Assist in handling debris, slurry, and material removal from work areas. - **Equipment and Vehicle Care** - Transport equipment daily between the yard and job sites. - Assist in cleaning tools, equipment, and vehicles daily to ensure readiness for the next job. - Assist Operators in basic preventive maintenance tasks and inspections. - Report equipment issues promptly to Operators or the shop mechanic by using Tyfoom forms - Manage personal expendables usage - **Safety & Compliance** - Comply with company safety procedures and OSHA regulations diligently. - Wear required PPE consistently - Assist in setting up barricades, signage, and other safety controls on jobsites. - Participate in Job Hazard Analysis with operator on each job after work is reviewed with site contact. - Review safety plan with operator to assess need for respirator use when performing tasks that require respirator use - Assess safety risks with operator associated with working in extreme environments (take breaks in heat) - Use tools and equipment when possible, to minimize physical exertion and risk of injury - Report near misses - Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe and professional manner at all times - Learn safe use of equipment with body positioning, keeping guarding on tools, using mounted drills when necessary, etc. - **Administration & Communication** - Support Operators in completing job-related paperwork - Turn receipts in in a timely manner - Communicate respectfully with team members, clients, and supervisors. - Report progress, challenges, and delays to the Operator or Field Manager. - **Professional Development** - Participate in on-the-job training to learn tool operation and industry practices. - Develop proficiency in basic concrete sawing, drilling, and demolition tasks. - Show initiative and readiness to advance toward Operator role within 1-2 years ### Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent preferred. - Previous construction or labor experience helpful but not required. - Strong physical stamina. - Willing to work in weather conditions that may be adverse (hot/cold/rain) - Good driving record with current license - Strong mechanical abilities - Safety Oriented - Self-motivated - Problem solving ability - Time management skills - Willing to work hard - Dependable & reliable - Work as a team - Career Oriented - Willing to learn - Mathematical aptitude (willing to train measurements & calculations) - Normal periods of sitting and standing in an office environment. - Lifting and/or pushing objects up to 25 lbs. on a regular basis