November 6, 2024

Tapani Inc.

Tualatin

OTHER

Apprentice Laborer

Tapani Inc. performs heavy civil, site construction, and structural concrete services as well as general contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest. With approximately 500 employees either managing projects in the field or providing support from an office or shop, we recognize that it's people who make a difference. Every position is important to the success of an organization. All our employees are valued and encouraged to grow in their careers and participate in the future of the company.

Job Purpose and Summary
The Apprentice Laborer works on construction projects transferring from one task to another where demands require laborer. The Apprentice Laborer learns on the job skills and attends classroom instruction as well. The Apprentice labor MUST attend all required classes through their apprentice program.

Responsibility

Responsible for field assignments
Responsible for communicating all classroom schedules they have with their Foreman

Communicate with Foreman and coworkers to understand the plan for the day
Ensure all tools needed for the days’ work are ready and available
Duties can include:
- Grade layout and grade checking
- Spotter for equipment operators, trucks
- Level earth to fine grade specifications
- Build forms
- Install pipe, manholes, catch basins
- Manual preparation and clean-up of site
- Shovel, rake, sweep
- Concrete work
- Painting and sealing
- Run plate whackers and jumping jacks
- Assisting in building demo and clean up
- Assist operator in keeping equipment tracks clean
- Assist other craft workers
- Assist with all tasks to ensure a quality project by Tapani Inc
Responsible for maintenance of the job site
- Install, maintain erosion control
- Ensure all small tools and equipment are utilized correctly, maintained and kept clean on job site
- Clean up job site at end of every shift
Responsible for Site Safety
- Ensure OSHA standards are personally adhered to
- Understand the safety risk with each task and ensure proper safety methods are adhered to
- Ensure all safety training is current
Responsible for upholding the Integrity of Tapani Inc
- Ensure an atmosphere of team work and utilization of each crew members abilities
- Maintain efficiency and quality throughout the project
Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification.
Consistently at work and on time
Always seek ways to learn and grow personally and professionally
Work Ethic - works hard, gives 100%

Job Requirements and Qualifications

High school education or equivalent
Be able to listen and follow direction of supervisor
Know and recognize basic hand tools (ie- spade shovels, flat shovels, rock rakes)
Must be aware of surroundings of self and coworkers
Lift heavy loads and navigate construction job site terrain
Must be able to hand dig and backfill holes
Hand eye coordination and balance. Physical dexterity
Must be reliable and dependable
Maintain the Tapani Inc culture: work with the best interest of Tapani Inc first, maintain a positive attitude, maintain a team atmosphere

Working Environment

Working conditions for this position will be on project site, locally and possibly out of town
Work and classroom schedule may require weekend hours
Employee must be physically able to perform job duties which may include but not limited to heavy lifting, digging, raking, and constant standing
Hours worked will be weather dependent along with schedule requirements. Summer time typically is longer hours and winter typically is shorter hours due to daylight
Work may require weekend work when project demands

Compensation and Benefits

Pay: $18.44 - $30.14 per hour (based on qualifications and experience)
Comprehensive Medical Insurance plans with low to $0 monthly premiums
Additional voluntary insurance options include: Dental, Vision, and a wide variety of Supplemental insurances.
Flexible Paid Time Off and Sick Time
Company Paid Life Insurance
401(k) options with up to 4% employer match
See the full list of benefits here