Laborer Group 4

Laborer Group 4

The Port of Seattle is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

As a skilled laborer you will perform manual work, alone or as part of crew, assisting equipment operations and inspections to assess, clean, maintain, and repair infrastructure.

• You perform manual labor on construction sites, preparing the area for excavation work, digging trenches, installing shoring and assisting with various tasks related to earthwork and site preparation, often involving heavy machinery and pneumatic tools.
• You will work performing preventative and corrective maintenance on facility buildings, grounds, roofs and piers.
• You will perform excavation projects and support underground utility installations, repairs and maintenance with stormwater systems, treatment systems and structures, piping, ditches, catch basins and assist with digging, backfilling, removing and installing asphalt.
• You will demonstrate the ability to pour concrete to grade and finish.
• You will install and repair various types of fence and gates.
• You will maintain a safe work area for the work crew and public, to include but not limited to cones, barricades, and warning devices that directs traffic at work sites.
• You will assist with stormwater system repairs and maintenance, including storm drain structures, piping and ditches, catch basins, and treatment systems, and assist with digging, backfilling and asphalt work.
• You will support other tasks as needed to help the crews when other work arises within the field.

• Experienced – You completed an approved Laborer apprenticeship program or equivalent.
• Educated – You possess a High School Diploma or GED.
• Desired – We hope you have underground utility experience.
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Knowledgeable – You have an extensive experience excavation, underground utilities installations, concrete, asphalt, fence and gate installation and facility maintenance.
• Customer Focused – You have a strong customer service mindset with both internal and external customers, modeling that behavior for the rest of the team and deliver excellent service under pressure during stressful/emergency situations.
• Safety Conscious – You are knowledgeable in Construction Safety best practices, particularly when digging around live utilities. You keep an eye out for various hazards and immediately correct unsafe conditions.

• Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (40 hours per week). You may be required to work any and all assigned shifts.
• Work Environment – You will generally work outdoors in all types of weather conditions. You may be exposed to areas of high noise, various hazardous materials, work at heights and/or in confined spaces.
• Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
• Overtime Eligible – You are eligible for overtime pay in this role.
• Safety Requirements – You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) within the first three months of employment.
• Union Representation – This position is represented by Laborers Union, Local 242.

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  Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
• Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
• Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
• Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
• Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
• Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
• Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
• Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.