Laborer

Job SummaryThe Laborer performs general labor and clean-up work in a plant or field as directed, and unloads railcars as directed. All duties are to be performed while exhibiting and championing safe work and environmental compliance practices for the incumbent as well as co-workers.BenefitsAt CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees.  Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.  All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans.  Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program.  The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.CompensationResponsibilitiesPerform clean-up duties in all areas of the facilityOperate equipment including the super sucker, street sweeper, track mobile, front-end loader, forklift, bobcat, water truck, dump trucks and other related equipmentUnload railcars as directedPaint as directedPerform other duties as assignedEducationHigh school diploma/GEDRequirements/QualificationsAbility to read, write, and verbally communicate in the English languageKnowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibilityAbility to sit, stand, stoop, and bend for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours)Ability to walk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground)Physically able to climb on equipmentMust be able to use proper Personal Protective Equipment as requiredClimb stairs and ladders as high as 400 feet in elevationMust be able to walk long distances, climb stockpiles, stoop, and crawl under and into enclosed spacesAbility to see and hear safety indicators and warnings and will have exposure to all levels of noise, requiring hearing protectionMust work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry and/or dusty conditions and near hot kiln processPhysical requirements: sitting, standing, stooping and bending for long periods of time; work in various weather conditions; lift up to 70 lbs.  Able to work efficiently, both independently and as part of a teamConditions of EmploymentSuccessful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.  

Created: 2025-12-15