Laborer III / Crew Lead

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At RES, we’re looking for purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about restoration and sustainability, and who want their work to make a lasting environmental impact.

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At RES, we’re looking for purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about restoration and sustainability, and who want their work to make a lasting environmental impact. Our team members go above and beyond, bringing initiative, integrity, and a strong work ethic to every project. Collaboration is key—we thrive on teamwork, open communication, and diverse perspectives. In a field that constantly changes, we value those who are resilient, adaptable, and resourceful in the face of challenges. If you're intellectually curious, eager to learn, and ready to help restore ecosystems and protect natural resources, you’ll find your place here.

RES is seeking a Laborer III / Crew Leader to join our field operations team. This position is ideal for an experienced construction laborer who can both perform hands-on field work and lead a labor crew on stream restoration and stormwater construction projects.

The Laborer III / Crew Leader serves as the primary leader for the labor crew, working directly alongside crew members while coordinating daily activities with the Project Superintendent. This role is responsible for ensuring labor tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project plans and specifications.

This is not a supervisory position from behind a desk. You'll work alongside your crew every day, setting expectations, providing direction, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.

As the Crew Leader, you'll serve as the key communication link between the labor crew and Project Superintendent. Your ability to communicate daily priorities, identify challenges, and keep work progressing is essential to project performance.

You'll help construct stream restoration, stormwater management, wetland restoration, and environmental infrastructure projects that improve water quality and restore ecosystems.

You'll gain valuable experience managing field crews, coordinating construction activities, mentoring less experienced laborers, and preparing for future advancement opportunities within field operations.

Your day begins with a safety meeting and work plan review with the Superintendent. You will communicate daily objectives to your crew, assign work responsibilities, and ensure the team has the proper tools, equipment, and PPE to perform the work safely.

Throughout the day, you will lead labor crews performing activities such as:

Installing erosion and sediment control measures
Silt fence installation and maintenance
Turbidity curtain installation
Coir matting and erosion control blanket installation
Temporary and permanent stabilization
Site grading and restoration activities
Stream restoration construction support
Material handling and site cleanup
Equipment support and spotter duties

As the Crew Leader, you will actively monitor productivity, quality, and safety while maintaining communication with the Superintendent regarding project progress, manpower needs, material requirements, and field challenges.

You will also help train and mentor crew members, perform daily equipment inspections, maintain project documentation as required, and ensure work is completed according to project specifications.

Requirements

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Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to walk long distances over rough and uneven terrain.
Ability to work in streams, wetlands, muddy conditions, and active construction sites.
Ability to climb on and around construction equipment.

3+ years of construction, environmental construction, heavy civil, stormwater, or stream restoration experience
Demonstrated experience leading field labor crews
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
Experience installing erosion and sediment control measures on stormwater, utility, heavy civil, or stream restoration projects
Ability to read plans, specifications, and construction drawings
Experience operating construction equipment such as skid steers, tractors, compact equipment, or off-road trucks
Strong verbal communication skills and ability to coordinate work activities between field crews and project leadership
Commitment to maintaining a safe and productive jobsite

Stream restoration construction experience
Stormwater infrastructure construction experience
Experience leading crews on traveling construction projects
Experience with grade checking using rotating lasers and GPS rover systems
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
Traffic control experience and certification

Enjoy leading crews while remaining actively involved in field work
Communicate effectively with both labor crews and project leadership
Take ownership of crew safety, quality, and productivity
Can identify and solve field issues before they become problems
Are comfortable traveling weekly and working on projects throughout the region
Enjoy working outdoors and seeing visible results from your team's efforts
Lead by example and hold yourself to a high standard of professionalism and work quality

Please note that the “Day in the Life” section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of job duties, but rather a representative snapshot of typical responsibilities and work experiences at RES.

RES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. 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.