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.