Laborer & Driver’s Helper (Crew Member)
Job Summary
The Laborer & Driver’s Helper (Crew Member) performs general labor tasks assigned by the Crew Leader or Foreman and supports safe vehicle operations. This includes assisting with pre‐trip inspections, loading/unloading materials, spotting the driver, and maintaining safety procedures throughout the workday.
Compensation & Schedule
- Pay: $17.75–$19.50 per hour
- Overtime: Time‐and‐a‐half + premium for snow removal
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 6:50 AM start; end time varies (3:30–6:00 PM)
- Locations: Kensington (20895) or Rockville (20850), MD
- Year‐round employment available
Major Duties
- Arrive fully prepared and in uniform at the job site or office as required.
- Follow all tasks assigned by the Foreman in a cooperative, positive manner.
- Assist with safe and legal truck loading, unloading, and driving operations.
- Maintain a positive, team‐oriented attitude throughout the workday.
- Complete all assigned daily tasks and job orders.
- Work with other crew members to ensure safe, timely, and cost‐effective job completion.
- Meet or exceed all company quality standards and follow company policies.
- Use tools and equipment correctly and safely; ask questions if any task is unclear.
Specific Responsibilities
- Review daily work orders with the Foreman or Crew Leader to ensure full understanding of assignments.
- Safely operate tools and equipment following manufacturer guidelines and company/OSHA standards.
- Help the driver with pre‐trip inspection, checking lights and backup alarms.
- Keep the truck bed clear during machine loading.
- Secure tools, equipment, and materials onto trucks.
- Ensure loads are positioned properly (centered and 2/3 forward).
- Assist in tying down heavy equipment such as mowers, trenchers, tractors, and skid loaders.
- Use double wheel chocks when palletized materials are being loaded/unloaded.
- Get out of the truck to visually spot the driver during backing, using hand signals and traffic flags.
- Control traffic when the driver is backing up, making U‐turns, or connecting trailers.
- Always place wheel chocks when the truck is parked.
- Set out orange safety cones to designate the crew work zone.
- Report equipment and vehicle maintenance needs to the Foreman.
- Direct clients to speak with the Foreman or Crew Leader for any concerns.
- Report missing, broken, or damaged tools or materials.
- At day’s end, help inspect, clean, and secure all trucks, trailers, tools, and equipment.
- Dismiss assigned crew members once all daily responsibilities are completed.
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: Foreman
- Coordinates with: Crew Laborers
Qualifications
- 6 months of experience in the industry
- Speaks English or willing to learn
- No prior experience required
- Access to daily safety & productivity training (JSLI tailgate talks)
- Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged
- Preference for stable work history (avoid job‐hoppers)
Volume & Urgency
- Hiring 40+ Crew Members by April
- Spring hiring season is a critical window to secure top industry talent