Skilled Laborer

About the role

Granite Construction is seeking a Skilled Laborer to join its construction crews. The role involves hands‑on work on heavy‑civil projects, supporting the building of infrastructure while developing a solid foundation for a long‑term career in construction.

Key responsibilities

• Measure distances from grade stakes, drive stakes and stretch tight lines to establish accurate layouts.
• Bolt, nail, align and block up under forms, and signal equipment operators to ensure proper alignment of machinery.
• Level earth to fine‑grade specifications using hand tools such as picks and shovels.
• Mix concrete with a portable mixer and finish freshly poured concrete using floats, trowels or screeds.
• Position, join, align and seal pipe sections.
• Erect scaffolding, shoring and braces for various project phases.
• Perform dexterous tasks including sawing lumber, dismantling forms and removing concrete forms.

Required profile

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Relevant training and on‑the‑job experience in construction labor.
• Ability to follow specific directions and adapt to changing duties.
• Physical capability to stand, walk, lift 50‑100 lb loads, climb ladders and work in crouched positions.

Required skills

• Concrete mixing and finishing.
• Scaffolding erection and shoring.
• Pipe installation and alignment.
• Proficient use of hand tools (pick, shovel, saw, trowel, float).