MWH Constructors (MWH), a global leader in heavy civil construction of water and wastewater facilities, is currently seeking a Construction Laborer to support a critical wastewater treatment plant construction project in Austin, Texas.
Essential Functions (may include)
- Perform general construction labor in support of carpentry, concrete, mechanical, and civil crews on treatment plant projects
- Assist with excavation support, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation activities
- Handle, move, and stage construction materials, tools, and equipment
- Support concrete operations, including formwork prep, placing, vibrating, patching, and curing protection
- Install and remove temporary works such as barricades, fencing, protection, and erosion control
- Perform demolition, cleanup, and debris removal in new and existing treatment facilities
- Operate basic hand and power tools (shovels, rakes, compactors, saws, drills, etc.)
- Assist skilled trades (carpenters, pipefitters, operators, ironworkers) as directed
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and access ways
- Follow all safety requirements, including PPE, confined space, trench safety, and lockout/tagout controls
- Participate in daily safety meetings, stretch-and-flex, and crew coordination
- Perform other general labor duties as assigned to support project needs
- Trash collection and disposal.
- Organize the tool and equipment sheds.
Basic Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- 1+ year of construction or outdoor labor experience preferred
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
- Must have a valid drivers license.
- Required to communicate information, ideas, directions, and the capability to perform the task or project discussed.
- Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with utmost regard for safety.
- Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including carrying, digging, climbing, kneeling, and prolonged standing
- Ability to work outdoors in variable weather and active construction environments
- Willingness to learn heavy civil and treatment plant construction practices
- Ability to follow directions and work effectively in a crew environment
- Demonstrated commitment to construction safety practices
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- If requested, the applicant shall furnish a written statement from a medical doctor that he/she has had a physical examination in connection with the application and is physically fit to perform the work.
Benefits
- Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- Paid Time Off Policy (includes vacation and sick time)
- Paid Parental Leave Program
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%)
- Employee Referral Program
MWH Constructors is a leading project delivery company with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services and a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction services and safety practices, the Companys multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.