Laborer

Minimum Requirements

• Possess good judgment - must pass the job description physical capacity functions test.
• High School Diploma or equivalent a must.
• Valid State of Hawaii driver’s license, Class 3 or higher and must be able to rent a car for business travel to the neighbor islands.
• Must submit and pass a drug screening and security background check. Obtain a TWIC security card.
• Must become a member of the Hawaii Teamsters and Allied Workers Local
• Must be at least 21 years old, in line with rental car policies.

Preferred Requirements

• Mechanical experience a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs basic field checks such as looking for safety hazards or reporting equipment damages, basic operator preventive maintenance and lubrication on assigned equipment. Cleans equipment and performs basic repairs to minimize production interruptions.  Performs necessary operator servicing on mobile equipment as needed.
• Sacks and desacks cement bags and Super Sacks. Shovels cement and other materials as required.
• Signal equipment operators and truckers to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Clean and prepare work areas to eliminate potential hazards. Maintains good housekeeping.
• Load, unload, and identify job site materials, machinery, and tools, and distribute them to the appropriate locations as directed.
• Works closely with other Hawaiian Cement and subcontractor personnel to optimize production. Must be able to assist with other tasks as required not associated with Apprentice nor Terminal Operator tasks.
• Able to work effectively on odd shifts with minimal supervision. Available and willing to fill in extended hours on short notice as needed.
• Always works safely and takes action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors.  Observes and follows all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment.   Immediately informs supervisor of safety violations.
• Available for temporary transfer to other departments to do qualified work. Must be able to assist with other tasks as required.
• Promotes company’s Mission and Vision statements.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Can use basic operator tools such as adjustable wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, etc. Able to use tools correctly and safely.
• Meets Hawaiian Cement qualifications to operate light wheeled machinery.
• Must communicate clearly and professionally with supervisor, staff and co-workers and should refer inquires and questions to supervisor when dealing with customers, suppliers and inspectors.
• Must understand and follow written and oral instructions. Must be able to read and comprehend equipment and operations manuals.
• Able to work in varying environments, from air-conditioned office to dusty, noisy field conditions.
• Be physically able to climb stairs and ladders or other physically demanding tasks necessary in performing field inspections up to 80ft high.
• Must possess valid Hawaii State Driver’s License and be able to operate a 4 ton forklift.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, to include holidays and weekends, according to operational requirements.
• Must be able to work in a non-smoking workplace.