peón de la construcción
Construction laborers keep building projects on track by preparing sites, moving materials and coordinating equipment safely. Their work supports the progress of structures through activities like setting up scaffolding, shaping trenches and guiding operators at each step. On farms, their work focuses on constructing and repairing key structures critical to agricultural production, such as barns and feed mills.
¿Qué responsabilidades tendré?
- Clear and prepare construction sites for work
- Load, unload and move building materials to appropriate locations
- Operate hand tools and small power equipment such as drills and jackhammers
- Assemble and dismantle temporary structures and scaffolding
- Dig trenches, backfill excavations and compact or level earth
- Signal equipment operators and control traffic around active work zones
- Mix, pour, smooth and finish concrete for foundations and surfaces
- Assist tradespeople such as electricians, plumbers and carpenters
- Measure and cut materials to specified dimensions
- Maintain tools, equipment and clean work areas
- Follow safety protocols and wear protective gear
- Dispose of waste and salvage reusable materials when possible
Recommended High School Courses
- educación agrícola
- mecánica agrícola
- matemáticas
- conocimientos informáticos
- física
Education/Training Required
Normalmente se requiere un título de bachillerato o equivalente.
