Southland Construction, Inc. is a general contractor providing vertical, heavy highway, and utility construction services in Florida since 1977. Southland has employed as many as 205 full time experienced people with a wide variety of talents second to none in the construction industry. We perform services for both public and private clients with jobs ranging from $200,000 to $100 million.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Building wood and metal forms
- Erection and wrecking of all forms
- Setting and tying steel
- Pouring and finishing concrete
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Knowledge of use of hand/power tools
- Interpreting blueprints
- Comply with Southland’s Safety Policies and Procedures
Required Experience
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Prior experience in bridgework required
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Comfortable working at heights and performing physical tasks (climbing, lifting, bending, stooping, kneeling)
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Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
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Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
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Able to work under physically demanding and variable conditions
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Willingness to work outdoors in all weather, including extreme heat and cold
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Flexible schedule and ability to work overtime as needed
Physical Requirements
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Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
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Perform repetitive physical tasks such as lifting, hammering, bending, sawing, and cutting.
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Climb ladders, scaffolding, and formwork structures safely and frequently.
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Stand, walk, kneel, squat, stoop, twist, and reach overhead for extended periods.
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Maintain good balance, coordination, and manual dexterity.
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Possess strong hand-eye coordination for operating tools and reading blueprints.
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Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as depth perception.
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Ability to hear and respond to verbal instructions, alarms, and warning signals on the job site.
Work Environment
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Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind.
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Work performed on elevated structures, over water, and in confined or restricted spaces.
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Must tolerate noisy, dusty, dirty, and potentially hazardous environments.
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Stand and walk on uneven terrain or surfaces for long durations (up to 10–12 hours per day).
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Potential exposure to hazardous materials such as concrete, adhesives, sealants, and fuels.
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Work schedule may include nights, weekends, holidays, or emergency callouts.
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Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including hard hats, harnesses, safety glasses, gloves, and high-visibility clothing is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
