Project Trainee - HRI Inc., - Lycoming County
Subsidiary: Barrett Industries
HRI, Inc. is one of the companies that operates within Barrett Industries Corporation, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates primarily in Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. HRI engages in heavy civil construction projects in Pennsylvania, in addition to specific project work in Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia. Since 1947, HRI has expanded to include paving, water, sewer, airport, highway, and bridge projects as well as asphalt plants and aggregate quarries. To learn more about HRI visit www.hriinc.com/.
Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.
HRI, Inc., and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com.
Job Summary
HRI, Inc., a leader in heavy civil construction since 1947, has an opening for an energetic Project Trainee. The Project Trainee position is part of a PennDOT sponsored training program. No prior construction experience is needed. We will train the selected candidate on various aspects of the construction industry. Women and underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Main Responsibilities
- Work with mentor to learn various construction positions including laboring
- Provided with continuing education to understand and put into practice all safety policies and procedures
Education
- No previous education required
Skills
- Ability to use equipment properly and safely
- Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
- Must have an acceptable safety record and be committed to working safely
- Overtime as required
- Ability to work with a team and in a fast-paced environment
- Independent and good work ethic, professional, and positive demeanor
- Reliable transportation to travel to the jobsite
Physical Requirements
- Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by Company safety guidelines
- Regularly required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance, use hands to move and manipulate objects, and communicate (talk and hear)
- Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Standing/working on feet for long periods, and walking across uneven terrain
- Frequent exposure to loud noise
- Exposed often to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, airborne particles, fuel, oil, and other chemicals
- Required to work varying hours, including nights/weekends, Overtime as required
- Must align with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements
- Proven track record working safely
- Good work ethic, professional, and positive demeanor
Benefits
- Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Dental and Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options
- Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Phenomenal Starting Rates
Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:
- to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
- complete any part of the application process
- access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying
Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.
Nearest Major Market: Williamsport
