People who perform manual labor as unskilled or semi-skilled laborers are considered employed. In the United Kingdom, a construction worker is defined as someone who works for or under the control of a contractor on a construction site. They can also be skilled tradespeople or managerial and supervisory personnel. In Canada, anyone who supervises other workers or enforces regulations and building codes may be labeled an inspector.
The word "laborer" refers to a specific job type and level in most construction industries. It's a generic term that defines a large group of workers in almost every national construction industry. In the United States, over 7.5 million people work in construction — including 820,000 laborers — with 573,000 carpenters, 508,000 electricians, 258,000 equipment operators and 230,000 construction managers. The United States Department of Labor reports 681,000 white-collar workers employed in construction. These people work in office and administrative support occupations. Most construction companies hire office and administrative support workers.
The Structures Division of the H&K Group, Inc. is looking for a Pile Driving Foreman to train and direct activities of the crew installing foundation piles, lagging, walers, braces, etc., for excavation support in heavy civil and highway construction projects. Why work for H&K Group, Inc.? + Competitive salary commensurate with experience + 100% Company-paid Health Benefits + 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan + Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs + Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more + Company provided vehicle to meet job responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities + Performs all work according to OSHA and H&K Safety policies + Reads blueprints and job-related documents to properly plan work + Records daily events in job diary + Schedules materials, equipment, and work for the crew + Develops crew SIP's and submits to site foreman + Tracks daily quantities and submits to site foreman + Conducts daily huddles with crew to establish daily production goals and ensures all members of crew know and buy into the plan for the day + Communicates goals and purposes effectively. Lead and demonstrate by example + Influences and enforces company values. Recognizes misalignments with company values and culture and rectifies + Proactively trains and mentors crew members to enhance their skills and knowledge + Communicates with customer representatives and inspectors in a courteously and professionally + Performs all other duties of crew members as needed + Other duties as assigned Required Skills, Education, and Experience + Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university OR one year of related experience and/or training + Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered + Working knowledge and ability to safety and efficiently understand and direct crane set up and lifting plans + Ability to read blueprints and job-related documents + Ability to operate surveying instrument, shoot elevations and straight lines + Experience with pile driving and drilling equipment + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Demonstrated leadership ability + Problem solving + Basic computer skills including internet, email, and the use of digital cameras for work documentation + Driver's license and clean driving record + Ability to travel as required for projects + Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed + Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job) Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience + 2 years of relevant experience and/or training + Experience operating heavy equipment used in highway construction + Supervisory experience + OSHA or other relevant safety certifications Physical Demands + Regularly stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch or crawl + Occasionally required to sit + Regularly use hands to finger, handle, feel; reach with hands and arms + Regularly talk and hear + Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds + Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus Work Environment + Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions + Regularly exposed to high, precarious places + Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts + Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles + Noise level is usually moderate The H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for over 50 years. Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K's strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference. H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team. Pre-employment drug testing (EOE) Pre-employment Physical 100% Company-Paid Health Benefits! Job ID: External Company Name: H&K Group External Company URL: Street: 1 Quarry Road Parent Company: H&K Group, Inc.