Laborer

Description

First Response Rail Service, Inc.

Base location: Boyertown, Pennsylvania  |  Occasional travel required

The General Laborer supports material handling, metal fabrication, assembly, painting, and general maintenance activities. Based out of Boyertown, PA, this employee works under the direction of a supervisor and travels to other company or customer job sites as needed. The role requires dependable attendance, attention to detail, and a commitment to safe work practices.

Safely load, unload, move, and organize materials, tools, and equipment.

Assist with fabrication, repair, and assembly of containers and metal components under the direction of experienced personnel.

Support cutting, grinding, and other metalworking tasks; use hand and power tools only as trained and authorized.

Take basic measurements and inspect work for accuracy and quality.

Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, or priming; assist with painting and applying protective coatings using appropriate methods.

Keep work areas, tools, and equipment clean and organized; assist with general site cleanup and maintenance.

Follow company and site safety procedures, wear required personal protective equipment, and promptly report hazards, injuries, or equipment concerns.

Complete required safety training, follow supervisor instructions, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.

General labor, construction, fabrication, maintenance, or painting experience preferred; some welding and torching experience is a plus.

Basic familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.

Ability to follow instructions, communicate clearly, work as part of a team, and adapt to changing assignments.

Reliable transportation to the Boyertown reporting location and willingness to travel as required.

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel from Boyertown to other company or customer job sites is required. Assignments may include overnight stays depending on project needs. Travel frequency and duration will vary by assignment.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Work involves standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting or moving materials, with appropriate assistance or equipment when needed. Duties may be performed indoors or outdoors in varying weather conditions and around industrial equipment, noise, dust, and metalworking or painting operations. Essential duties must be performed safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.