Traveling Construction Laborer (Midwest)

ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES

Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services.

When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole, and subsequently, our Tribe.

We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, mental health support and resources, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled.

LOCATION: Project Sites in the Midwest

This role is a traveling position. You may work on various project sites in Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska, Oklahoma, or Texas. Per diem will be provided for those willing to travel and work onsite.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Tepa Companies are seeking a Laborer to perform tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, heavy construction, excavation, and demolition project sites. The Laborer may operate a variety of equipment and instruments.

Job Functions:

• Identifies and operates hand and power tools as needed, including air hammers, earth tampers, concrete mixers, small mechanical hoists, saws, power drills, skid steers, forklifts, and a variety of other equipment and instruments
• Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards, including rubble and debris
• Controls passing traffic
• Signals Equipment Operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of equipment
• Assists with loading, transporting, unloading, and furnishing materials, tools and supplies
• Restocks worksite supplies and materials as necessary
• Identifies and follows safe working procedures
• Identifies and stops unsafe work practices that present imminent danger to themselves and others
• Performs other physical labor and responsibilities as assigned, including, but not limited to digging ditches and trenches, backfilling excavations, sealing structural components, measuring and recording areas, unloading and identifying materials, pouring concrete, setting braces to support the sides of excavations

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ years of general construction experience, including exposure to utility work, carpentry work, and concrete work.
• Some experience operating equipment and hand tools.
• Some knowledge of construction materials, techniques, and equipment.
• Physical stamina and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must be able to get badged on Military Facilities.
• Ability to travel and work out of town.