Laborer

Quiénes somos

Ruby-Collins es una empresa constructora líder en el sector, propiedad de sus empleados, con sede en Atlanta, Georgia. Desde hace más de 70 años, somos una constructora de confianza en el ámbito del agua y las aguas residuales, y hemos ejecutado obras por valor de más de 3.000 millones de dólares para comunidades de todo el país.

Reconocida sistemáticamente como uno de los mejores lugares para trabajar del sudeste y como una de las principales empresas contratistas, nuestra cultura se basa en la seguridad y el respeto: que todos regresen a casa sanos y salvos, todos los días. Consideramos que nuestro personal es nuestro mayor activo e invertimos en crear vías claras para el crecimiento, el aprendizaje y la promoción profesional.

También nos implicamos como vecinos. Más allá del trabajo en sí, nuestros equipos se mantienen en contacto con las comunidades a las que prestamos servicio, aportando su tiempo, sus conocimientos y una colaboración constante allí donde más se necesita.

Industry-Leading Insurance & Benefits

We maintain a flexible and results-driven environment built on trust. To fully support our professionals and their families, we offer a premier compensation and benefits package:

• 100% Company-Paid Family Healthcare: $0 premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, completely covering you and your entire family.
• Extended Year-End Rest: Flexible PTO plus an annual company closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Comprehensive Coverage: 100% company-paid Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Life Insurance policies.
• Financial Security: A competitive 401(k) plan with a 5% company match, alongside annual raises and performance bonuses.
• Advanced Wellness: $0 telemedicine access and 24/7 personal nurse/EAP support networks.
• Top-Tier Culture: Work within a collaborative environment consistently named a “Best Place to Work” in the Southeast.

Descripción del puesto

The Laborer is a foundational, field-based position responsible for performing essential manual labor, trade support, and logistical tasks across all operating divisions – including heavy civil earthwork, structural concrete, and water/wastewater treatment facilities. The position serves as critical support for skilled tradesmen and heavy equipment operations, ensuring that field production targets are achieved efficiently, materials are handled precisely, and project sites maintain optimal safety and housekeeping compliance.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Site Preparation & Earthwork: Perform hand-digging, fine grading, shoveling, and ground clearing. Serve as a spotter for heavy equipment operators to ensure safe and precise excavation and moving of materials.
• Concrete & Structural Formwork: Assist in setting up and stripping forms for structural concrete, foundations, walls, or site infrastructure. Support the pouring, vibrating, and finishing processes.
• Process Piping & Utilities: Assist crews with the handling, rigging, alignment, and installation of various industrial piping systems, water/wastewater treatment plant components, or underground utility lines.
• Trench & Site Safety: Assist in the assembly, installation, and maintenance of trench shoring, shielding, scaffolding, and perimeter fall protection in strict accordance with safety protocols.

Cualificaciones y requisitos

• Experience: Previous experience in the construction industry or a heavy manual labor role is required. Specific experience in heavy civil infrastructure, concrete structures, or sitework/utilities is highly preferred.
• Travel & Location: Must live within a commutable distance to the job site and be willing to work out of town during the week. Note: Travel per diem is provided, and crews are home on the weekends.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read a tape measure, use basic hand/power tools, and understand basic construction concepts (such as grade stakes or alignment) is a strong plus.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform strenuous physical labor for extended periods in outdoor elements (extreme heat, rain, or cold). Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, kneel, crouch, and safely navigate active construction terrains.
• Safety Mindset: A strict commitment to company safety policies and OSHA standards, specifically regarding personal protective equipment (PPE), trench safety, fall protection, and working safely around heavy equipment.
• Compliance: Must be authorized to work in the US and pass a pre-employment drug screening/physical.