Yard Hand - Entry Level

  • North Salt Lake
  • Hughes General Contractors
The Hughes Companies are longstanding family-owned businesses with more than 65 years of experience, with a great depth of knowledge , and strong tradition s. We are known within the industry for our outstanding family culture and business model offering steady year-round employment.
We are proud to offer you:
  • Weekly Pay
  • Medical / RX Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Accident Plan
  • Critical Illness Plan
  • 401(K)
  • Flex 125 Cafeteria Plan
  • In-House Training Opportunities
  • Company Store
Job Summary:
Hughes General Contractors, Inc. is looking for a full-time Yard Hand to join our team. This individual is responsible for organizing tools, and other items in the company's yard, assisting with shop inventory, driving to job sites to deliver/pickup and supplies, and other tasks as needed. This is another great entry point into a fulfilling career in construction.
Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:
  • Some knowledge of equipment, materials, and supplies used in construction work
  • Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule
  • Ability to repeatedly lift and carry heavy objects (50 pounds)
  • Ability to work alone and be self motivated
  • Ability to work outdoors 90% of the time
  • Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
  • Have an acceptable driving record
Essential Functions: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.)
  • Material organization and storage
  • Deliver and pick up parts or supplies to various job sites
  • Assist with routine inspections, maintenance, and equipment cleaning
  • Willing to uphold any and all safety practices
  • Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who:
  • Likes to work outside-- prefers to get their shoes dirty over sitting at a desk
  • Adaptable-- enjoys work that requires frequent shifts in direction
  • Independent-- enjoys working with little direction
  • Dependable-- more reliable than spontaneous
Education, Training and Experience:
  • Entry level positions
  • Safety conscious
  • Valid driver's license
  • Construction experiences not required but preferred
  • Willingness to learn and ability to be taught

Special Requirements: Must be able to pass controlled substance tests prior to and at all times during employment.
The Hughes Companies; Hughes General Contractors, Inc., Lakeview Rock Products, Inc., and Preferred Paving, LLC. are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.