The position serves as the Laborer in Engineering Service assigned to the Construction Crew. Under the direct supervision of the Construction Crew Supervisor, Laborers performs various general laborer duties including but not limited to: demolition of walls, floors, ceilings and other building systems; loading and uploading trucks; transporting and preparing new building materials for use in internal construction projects throughout the medical center.
Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Demolition of walls, floors, ceilings and other building systems Loading and unloading trucks; transporting and preparing new building materials for use in internal construction projects throughout the medical center Utilizes hand and powered equipment such as dollies, material carts, pallet jacks, fork lifts and tractors to load and unload tools and supplies from trucks.
Sets up and maintains temporary construction areas in accordance with Infection Control guidelines to mitigate the spread of dust and debris. Routinely works with other tradesmen on the Construction Crew in performing tasks of various construction activities including carpentry, masonry, painting, electrical and pipefitting.
Selects proper hand and power tools to effectively remove floors, walls and ceilings constructed of various building components such as block, brick, concrete, tile, sheetrock and metal stud framing. Inspects and maintains hand and power tools on a daily basis to identify and correct potential safety hazards. Routinely removes debris from buildings and grounds by using pickup trucks with tow behind trailers, tractors and other specialized equipment.
Removes and stores office furniture and equipment as necessary to accomplish work. Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Thursday 12:00 pm - 10:30 pm Position Description Title/PD#: Laborer (Construction Crew)/PD01813A Physical Requirements: Required to routinely lift and carry objects weighing up to 50lbs with little to no assistance, required to occasionally lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to 80lbs with assistance.
Also performs tasks and other strenuous laborer duties that require climbing ladders and considerable walking.
mark.johnsonf155d@va.gov · 318-272-2896
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $19.89 – $23.21/hr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-04.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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