Laborer

Job overview

The Laborer is an onsite role based in Guthrie, KY. The pay rate is $18.00 per hour. This position supports the City of Guthrie Interim Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion project. This role is responsible for preparing work sites, handling materials, operating basic tools, and assisting skilled tradespeople. The laborer maintains a clean, organized, and hazard-free job site daily.

What you'll do

• Site Preparation: Clear debris, dig trenches, and prepare work areas around moving equipment.
• Material Handling: Load, unload, and move heavy building materials, tools, and equipment.
• Trade Support: Assist operators, carpenters, masons, electricians, and other specialists as needed.
• Tool Operation: Safely use hand tools, power tools, jackhammers, and basic machinery.
• Cleanup & Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free job site daily.
• Safety Compliance: Wear required PPE and strictly follow all site safety guidelines.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

guthrie ky

shimmick

$18/hr

laborer

construction

site prep

no on-call

no travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package, multiple medical plans including $0 premium option, dental, vision, HSA options, 100% employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, 401(k) plan with company match, paid holidays, Volunteer Time Off, PTO, flexible spending accounts, voluntary coverages

Why this role

No minimum experience required; eager to learn and committed to workplace safety.

About the employer

Shimmick is hiring for this role. Industry: Site Preparation Contractors. Sector: 23.