Job Description
As a Laborer, you will play a vital role in our mission to provide high-quality foundation repair and waterproofing/water drainage solutions to residential, industrial, and commercial structures. You will be responsible for installing various foundation repair and waterproofing systems, including piers, wall anchors, and interior & exterior waterproofing/drainage systems. We will teach you everything you need to know, so NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE is necessary! If you're ready to work for a company that CARES - where you won't be "just a number," and you're willing to work hard and grow your construction career, join The Basement Doctor today. Your expertise and dedication will contribute to the safety, stability, and longevity of our clients' properties.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Daily Preparation:
- Assist in loading/unloading trucks.
- Handle and transport construction materials, tools, and equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintain an organized inventory of materials and tools on-site.
Site Preparation:
- Prepare work sites by clearing debris and ensuring a safe working environment.
- Excavate areas for installation, ensuring accurate measurements and levels.
- Prepare outside system to include trench, backfill, mulch, and clean-up of area.
- Prepare for installation of the inside system to include covering customer property,
- Jackhammers out the existing concrete floor and removal of concrete floor break-out.
Installation of Foundation Repair System:
- Install foundation piers to stabilize and support structures.
- Secure wall anchors to provide lateral support and prevent foundation wall failure.
- Execute foundation repairs following g established procedures and safety guidelines.
Waterproofing and Drainage System Installation:
- Install interior drainage systems to channel water away from basements and crawl spaces.
- Implement exterior waterproofing solutions to prevent water infiltration.
- Install sump pumps and other drainage components to ensure effective water management.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, however, all applicants MUST have a valid driver's license and be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Required:
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Strong physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy objects.
- The desire to gain knowledge and develop skills and abilities.
- Valid driver's license, along with MVR check and reliable transportation.
- Pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Preferred:
- Previous experience in construction, foundation repair, or waterproofing.
- Ability to operate construction equipment and tools.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Basic understanding of construction technique and materials.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret such materials as procedure manuals, instructional and operating manuals, and policies and procedures.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
The employee must be proficient with computer systems. The employee must be able to type accurately using both numerical and alphabetical keyboards. Employees must be proficient at proofreading documents.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to define problems, collect data and relay this information to direct supervisor for review. Ability to interpret various forms of instruction in written and verbal form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee must be able to regularly lift and move 80 to 100 pounds, reach with arms and hands, walk, talk, hear, stand, dig, drive and use hands to use switches and controls- please note that anything 50 pounds and over are lifted with two employees.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is exposed to all types of outdoor weather conditions while on job site. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately noisy to noisy.
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