About The Company

Switchgear Solutions has 30 years of experience as an industry leader in the sales and service of electrical power delivery equipment to utility companies and heavy industry. We offer a wide variety of field, shop, construction and engineering services for power distribution and control equipment. From custom turn-key projects, manufacturing custom engineered products, equipment maintenance, power quality testing and emergency/disaster services – we extend our support to a wide range of customers.

About The Position

Switchgear Solutions, Inc. is seeking a hard-working General Laborer to support our industrial construction and electrical projects in the shop and field. This person will perform a variety of construction-related manual labor tasks. Travel to customers in the Western US will be essential for this role.

Responsibilities

Preparing construction sites, materials, and tools.
Loading and unloading of materials, tools, and equipment.
Removing debris, garbage, and dangerous materials from sites.
Assembling and breaking down barricades, temporary structures, etc.
Assisting craft workers such as electricians, welders and underground utilities with their duties, if needed
Assisting with transport and operation of heavy machinery and equipment.
Digging and backfilling trenches as required
Operating equipment basic heavy machinery used in construction sites
Following instructions from construction project managers and supervisors
Following all health and safety regulations.
Successfully completing any required site task or safety training

Experience

Basic knowledge of processing, placing and compacting fill dirt.
Basic knowledge of concrete forming, rebar tying, concrete pouring and screeding is desired,
Ability to properly finish concrete is not a requirement but highly desired
Experience operating backhoes, front end loader and skid steer highly desired, but not a requirement
No formal qualification is required, but a high school diploma is preferred
Handles the physical demands of the job, including standing, walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, pulling, pushing, climbing, and lifting at least 50 pounds.
Communicates effectively
Works well independently and with a team.
Knows construction math skills, including how to convert quantities and take measurements
Driving to jobs is a regular function of this role.
Must be willing to confidently submit to the background and drug screening process.

Switchgear Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against any job applicant based on protected characteristics.

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General Laborer - Construction