LABORER

Who we are:

Velney Construction is a full-service construction management firm based in Somerville, MA, proudly serving Somerville, Boston, Cambridge, and surrounding areas. As a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE), and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Velney Construction offers a full spectrum of design/build, new construction, and tenant improvement services to both for-profit and nonprofit clients. With a focus on quality and innovation, Velney Construction delivers exceptional results across commercial, residential, passive house, and mixed-use projects.

Velney has the unique ability to self-perform work. This division is responsible for self-performing the entire General Conditions package. Controlling this scope of work allows us to provide support, control, leverage, and value opportunities, while proactively addressing issues that could impact budget and schedule. 

Summary/objective: 

Seeking a Laborer to join our growing team. Ideal candidates must have a strong work ethic and an ability to follow directions. 

Scopes of work include, but not limited to:

• General cleaning and housekeeping
• Field office/trailer fit out
• Temporary protection
• Temporary containment
• Trash out service
• Select demolition
• Safety railing and toe boards
• Job-built stairs and ladders
• Trash chutes
• Signage installation
• Traffic control and site logistics
• Water mitigation
• Winter tarping and temp enclosures
• Snow and ice management
• Temporary heat management and fueling
• Emergency response 
• Punchlist

Essential functions: 

• Loading and unloading of materials, tools, and equipment
• Removing debris, garbage, and materials from sites
• Assembling and breaking down barricades, temporary structures, and scaffolding
• Assisting contractors, e.g. electricians and painters, as required
• Following all health and safety regulations 

Qualifications:

• High school diploma preferred
• Construction work experience preferred
• Reliable transportation
• Report to work on time
• Must be able to lift 50 Lbs

All qualified applicants will be afforded equal opportunity. There shall be no discrimination based on race, color religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national original or on an applicant’s status as a protected veteran or as individual with a disability.