General Labor

Overview:

We are currently seeking a dedicated and hardworking Laborer to join our team. This is a full-time on-site role for a general Laborer at WEBCO Services LLC located in Greater New Orleans Region. As a general Laborer, your responsibilities will include assisting with the installation, maintenance, and repair of roofing systems. You will be involved in tasks such as cleaning and preparing work sites, removing old materials, measuring and cutting materials, and assisting the roofing team with various tasks. This is a physically demanding role that requires attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

TWIC card, background check, and drug test required.

On the job training - no experience required.

Ability to lift heavy objects and work at heights

Basic general construction knowledge preferred

Good physical stamina and manual dexterity

Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team

Valid driver's license

OSHA certification is a plus

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Willing to submit to a 10-panel drug test

Must be self-motivated, open-minded, and able to accept constructive criticism

Knowledge, Skills, and abilities:

Knowledge of the basic safety techniques and procedures

Attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines according to instructions received

Ability to organize, plan, and execute work assignments

Interpersonal skills necessary to work on a team

Ability to read and use tape measure, mark, or record distances

General basic knowledge of construction materials and tools involved in the construction or repair of structures

Ability to identify problems and communicate them to his foreman in order to accomplish work

Ability to identify and resolves problems in a timely manner according to instructions received

Essential functions:

Clean up debris from the roof surface and surrounding property

Assist with the installation of vapor barriers and/or layers of insulation on the roof decks

Cover exposed nail heads with roofing cement or caulking to prevent water leakage and rust

Assist with the installation of partially overlapping layers of material over roof insulation surfaces

Assist with covering roofs and exterior walls of structures with metal, single-ply systems, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, gravel, gypsum, and/or related materials, using brushes, knives, punches, hammers, and other tools

Operating vehicles, mechanized devices, or equipment

Repair cracks, defects, or damage, using proper materials

Apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings

Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job

Physical Demands:

Requires standing up for long periods of time

Requires use of ladders, scaffolds, and stairways

Requires ability to climb, lift, balance, walk, and handle materials

Requires use of abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without giving out or fatiguing

Requires seeing details at close range

Requires repetitive movement, bending or twisting, kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling

Requires ability to stand, walk, lift, and carry items weighing 50 pounds regularly

Work Environment:

Requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions, in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures, including exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable

Includes exposure to contaminants, hazardous material, or equipment

Mistakes are not easily correctable and have serious consequences, therefore safety procedures need to be followed

Requires exposure to high places or dangerous conditions

Note: The employee may be required to perform other related duties as requested by the company. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

If you are a motivated individual with a strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week

Benefits:

• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement

Payment frequency:

• Paid weekly

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 4x10
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• New Orleans, LA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person