Foundation Laborer at phoenixtank.com – Avon, Indiana

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company Overview:

Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, LLC (“Phoenix”), founded in 1986 and headquartered in Avon, Indiana, is one of the nation’s leading construction companies having constructed over 5,000 elevated water storage tanks throughout the United States as well as several foreign countries. By employing our own field crews, we are able to offer a turnkey operation – engineering, fabrication, foundation installation, field erection and painting. We also maintain the industry’s highest-rated safety program to protect our employees and our customers. It is this combination of high-quality construction and safe working environment that has earned us numerous “Tank of the Year” awards from the Steel Tank Institute/Steel Plate Fabricators Association, American Water Works Association, and Tnemec Industrial Coatings.

Job Purpose:

The Field Foundation Laborer position is responsible for performing all assigned tasks under the direct supervision of the Assigned Foreman while applying the proper techniques of concrete placement and consolidation in accordance with company policies, procedures, and industry best practices.

Description of Essential Duties:

• Assist in vibrating and placing concrete using proper techniques of concrete placement and consolidation.
• Properly tie rebar, wire mesh and setup concrete forms for proper placement including inspecting personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist in making, setting, and wrecking forms including the excavation, back-filling, and compaction of dirt and rock.
• Assist with pipe and valve installations.
• Ability to lift material, equipment and tools assisting forklift operators while loading and unloading trucks.
• Maintain an organized work area free from any unnecessary hazards associated with the work being performed.
• Perform general housekeeping and all assigned duties as directed by supervision.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Qualification Requirements:

(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. These may be varied based on specific requirements of a location or project)

• High School Diploma, General Education Degree (GED), or equivalent.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in concrete forming, placement and finishing.
• Concrete flatwork finishing and footer skills.
• Basic oral communication skills are required with the ability to do basic math and read a tape measure.
• Capable of forming from a blueprint.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Physical Demands:

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk and/or hear, and/or use hands and fingers to handle or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, and/or walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move and/or pull up to 50 pounds (up to 100 pounds with assistance) of equipment, material and/or tools which may include lifting 50 pounds (up to 100 pounds with assistance) above shoulders. Must also be capable of climbing onto trailers or trucks to secure and move equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.)

The employee works in high precarious places, is potentially exposed to fumes, airborne particles, dust, non-weather heat, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is also regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level is usually moderate but may be loud at certain times. Extensive work-related travel. The employee must be available during traditional and non-traditional hours (40 plus per week) to complete assigned tasks according to contract or job requirements.

Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, LLC is also an E-Verify participant.

The above statements reflect the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.