Skilled Laborer - Primoris Heavy Civil - Lockport, LA

LouisianaFull-timePosted Oct 20, 2026

Job description

Job Overview: Job Summary Primoris Heavy Civil is seeking a skilled laborer for our Lockport, LA operations. This role involves performing a variety of physical tasks to support heavy civil construction projects, ensuring safety and efficiency on the job site. Job Responsibilities** * Assist in the preparation and cleanup of construction sites, including clearing debris, loading and unloading materials, and maintaining tools and equipment.

  • Operate a variety of hand and power tools safely and effectively, such as shovels, rakes, picks, jackhammers, saws, and compactors. * Dig trenches, backfill excavations, and compact earth to grade specifications. * Assist in the assembly and disassembly of temporary structures, scaffolding, and shoring. * Perform basic carpentry, concrete work, and masonry tasks as directed.

  • Follow all safety regulations, company policies, and procedures. * Work collaboratively with other team members, supervisors, and subcontractors. * Perform flagging duties to control traffic flow around construction zones. * Assist with the installation of pipes, utilities, and other infrastructure components. * Report any unsafe conditions or incidents to a supervisor immediately.

Job Qualifications** * High school diploma or equivalent preferred. * Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in heavy civil construction or a related field. * Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) regularly and perform strenuous physical tasks for extended periods. * Proficiency in operating various hand and power tools common to construction.

  • Knowledge of basic construction safety practices and procedures. * Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. * Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality. * Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. * Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. * OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a plus.

Company Overview: Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, paid weekly. Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage. 401(k) with company match, vested on day one. Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP]. Pet coverage for your furry friends. Legal assistance coverage. Award-winning safety programs. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source.

In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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