Construction General Laborer

Construction Laborer - Stream & Wetland Restoration
Position Overview
Location: Yadkinville, NC
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Pay: $20 per hour or higher depending on experience.
We are seeking a dependable Construction Laborer to join a field crew performing stream, wetland, marsh, and environmental restoration work.
This is a hands-on outdoor position for someone who is comfortable with physical labor, changing weather conditions, muddy terrain, and frequent travel. Previous stream restoration experience is helpful but not required .
Candidates with backgrounds in construction, landscaping, farming, forestry, utilities, general labor, or other outdoor work are encouraged to apply.
Primary Responsibilities

• Perform general labor for construction, maintenance, and environmental restoration projects.
• Work as part of a crew on stream, wetland, and site restoration projects.
• Prepare jobsites and assist with daily project setup.
• Load, unload, move, and stage construction materials.
• Use hand tools, including sledgehammers and other construction tools.
• Install restoration and erosion-control materials, including:
• Coir matting
• Wooden stakes
• Filter fabric
• Safety fencing
• Silt fencing
• Spread seed and straw during site restoration.
• Assist crew members with setting up bypass pumps and other equipment.
• Communicate with equipment operators and crew members using hand signals.
• Complete multiple assigned tasks safely and efficiently.
• Follow OSHA requirements and all company safety procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a crew.
• Ability to communicate clearly with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to read and understand basic work-related documents.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take direction.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain conditions.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work overtime when required.

Physical Requirements
Candidates must be able to:

• Frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds .
• Occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds .
• Perform physically demanding work for extended periods.
• Walk and work on uneven, muddy, or rugged terrain.
• Regularly bend, reach, lift, carry, push, and pull.
• Use hand tools and equipment throughout the workday.
• Maintain the stamina, coordination, and manual dexterity required for outdoor construction work.

Work Environment
This position is primarily performed outdoors and may include working in:

• Wet and muddy conditions.
• Streams, marshes, wetlands, and restoration areas.
• Temperatures above 90°F.
• Temperatures below 32°F.
• Rain, humidity, and changing weather conditions.
• Bright sunlight or limited lighting.
• Loud construction environments.
• Areas around moving equipment and machinery.
• Uneven and difficult terrain.

Preferred Experience
Previous experience in any of the following areas is helpful but not required:

• General construction
• Landscaping
• Forestry
• Farming or agricultural work
• Utility construction
• Erosion and sediment control
• Site preparation
• Stream or wetland restoration
• Environmental construction
• Trade school or technical training

Experience with GPS machine grade control is also a plus.
Schedule & Travel

• Full-time position.
• Overtime is frequently required.
• Frequent out-of-town travel is required.
• Work is primarily performed outdoors at active construction and restoration sites.

Ideal Candidate
This is a good opportunity for someone who likes working outside, doesn't mind getting muddy, and is willing to perform physical work as part of a crew .
Previous environmental or stream restoration experience is not necessary. A strong candidate will be reliable, safety-conscious, willing to learn, and comfortable working outdoors in a variety of conditions.