Laborer/Trench Hand at Forage

Fort Lupton, Colorado, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Geotechnical, Civil Construction, EnvironmentalIndustries

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
Slurry Cutoff Wall Trench Hand
Laborer 1: Zero plus years of construction laborer experience
Laborer 2: Two plus years of construction laborer experience
Laborer 3: Five plus years of construction laborer experience
Willing to participate in a drug-free workplace with random drug testing
Willing to work extended hours
Team player who can work independently
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand/walk extended periods, climb in/out of equipment, work in confined spaces or at heights
Proper PPE usage (protective eyewear, gloves, hard hat, steel-toed boots)
Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols

Responsibilities

Execute general construction laborer duties
Drive a safety culture promoting Incident and Injury Free Performance
Assist with excavation and/or hand excavation of contaminated soils
Perform manual duties: operate manual/mechanical clearing equipment, power washer, direct traffic, general housekeeping, fuel equipment, and other general construction tasks
Read and comply with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for chemicals at hazardous waste sites
Execute tasks from detailed written and oral instructions
Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources
Read and comply with safety plans, rules, maintenance instructions, training manuals, MSDS’s, warning tags, traffic signs, and procedure manuals
Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed

Skills

Excavation

Hand Excavation

Power Washer

Traffic Direction

General Housekeeping

Equipment Fueling

Safety Data Sheets

HAZWOPER

Slurry Cutoff Wall

TWIC Card

Forage

Offers virtual job simulations for students

About Forage

Forage creates virtual job simulations that allow students to experience a typical day in various roles across different industries. These simulations help students develop practical career skills and build confidence, making them more employable. The platform is self-paced and accessible for free, enabling students to learn at their convenience. Forage serves two main groups: students, who gain valuable experience, and employers, who use the platform to showcase their industry and roles, making hiring more inclusive. Unlike many competitors, Forage focuses on providing these simulations at no cost to students while charging employers for the service. The goal is to bridge the gap between education and career success, democratizing access to job opportunities.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$35.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Consulting, EducationIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Equity compensation plan

Home office setup stipend

Access to office space in Sydney and Melbourne (or London depending on country)

Flexible work schedule

20 days of paid vacation leave

Access to an employee assistance program and a professional development fund

18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for the primary caregiver and 8 weeks of parental leave for the non-primary caregiver

Full paid day off to celebrate a holiday of choice

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Standard Bank may impact Forage's market share.

EAB acquisition could lead to strategic changes misaligned with Forage's model.

Rapid AI advancements may challenge Forage's current virtual training offerings.

Differentiation

Forage offers free, open-access virtual job simulations with leading global companies.

The platform provides self-paced, on-demand learning, enhancing accessibility for students.

Forage bridges education and career success, focusing on practical skills and employability.

Upsides

Forage raised $25 million in Series B funding to expand globally.

Partnerships with firms like Latham & Watkins enhance Forage's industry credibility.

Growing demand for virtual internships boosts Forage's market potential.

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