General Laborer (Temporary Relocation Assignment)
Houston, TX Englobal Automation
Job Type
Contract
Description

Main Purpose:

The General Laborer assists with the relocation of our Fabrication and Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Integration Shop to a new facility. This temporary assignment will support the movement, organization, setup and cleanup of equipment, materials, tools and work areas to ensure a smooth and efficient transition. This assigment is expected to last 2 months (October-November 2026) and will be through a contracting company.


Essential Functions:

  • Assist with the loading, unloading, movement and placement of equipment, tools, materials and inventory
  • Support shop relocation activities, including packing, labeling, organizing and staging materials
  • Help disassemble and reassemble shop fixtures, shelving, workstations and storage systems as directed
  • Maintain clean, organized and safe work areas throughout the relocation project
  • Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, dollies and other material handling equipment as authorized
  • Follow company safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Assist fabrication and I&E personnel with tasks related to the facility move
  • Dispose of debris, packaging materials and other waste generated during the relocation process
  • Utilize tape measures, impacts, drills and other hand tools
  • Perform general labor duties as assigned to support project timelines
  • Report unsafe conditions, equipment issues or incidents to supervision
  • Perform other duties assigned by supervisor


Requirements


Job Requirements:

  • Ability to perform physically demanding work in an industrial environment
  • Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, bend, and stand for extended periods of time
  • Must be able to use basic tools such as tape measures, impacts, drills and other hand tools
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen
  • Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education and Training:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Experience assisting with facility moves, equipment relocation or inventory organization
  • Experience operating forklifts
  • High School Diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements:

  • Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
  • Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
  • Pushing, pulling and reaching
  • Must be able to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally 75 pounds

Tools, Equipment and Technology:

  • Forklift, pallet jack, dollies, pallets etc.

Environmental Conditions:

Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes.



Englobal a Gulf Island Company will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Englobal a Gulf Island Company, must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Englobal a Gulf Island Company, will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.


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