Civil Craft Laborer Journeyman - Heritage Prairie

Mortenson; Reddick (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental Healthcare

Craft Dependent Scholarship

Service Awards

Additional benefits through collective bargaining agreement

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Laborer Journeyman to handle materials for various crafts. Responsibilities include loading/unloading equipment, erecting scaffolding, and tending mortar/grout. Candidates should have a two-year apprenticeship and experience in construction. Key skills include teamwork and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Benefits include mental healthcare, scholarships, and more. Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction preferred.
• Strong teamwork orientation and positive attitude.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload equipment.
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding.
• Level ground for scaffolding.
• Tend mortar and grout.
• General cleanup and clearing of debris.

Skills

Construction experience

Ability to work with tools

Teamwork orientation

Communication skills

Education

Completion of a two-year apprenticeship program

Tools

Power and non-powered hand tools

Vibrators

Forklifts

Drills

Jackhammers

Skid loaders

Power buggies

Job description

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking a Laborer Journeyman that will be responsible for the preparation, handling, and supplying of materials to be used by other crafts.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload equipment
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding (5X7X16) and staging
• Level ground for scaffolding
• Tend mortar and grout
• Lift, unload, move, set, and shovel mortar and grout between wheelbarrows and buckets
• General cleanup and clearing of debris, including sweeping, cleaning, washing, and unloading or burning debris
• Place, push, pull, and shovel concrete
• Vibrate concrete
• Provide work direction and guidance to Laborer I, II, Helpers, and Apprentice
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of a two‑year apprenticeship program
• Experience in construction preferred
• Ability to work with tools and equipment such as power and non‑powered hand tools, vibrators, pumps, drills, jackhammers, forklifts, skid loaders, and power buggies
• Strong teamwork orientation; positive attitude and professional customer service skills; detail orientation; active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback
• Repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements required
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs
• When lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs, assistance from another team member or the appropriate equipment is required
• Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

Benefits

• Mental Healthcare
• Craft Dependent Scholarship
• Service Awards
• The Union provides additional benefits through a collective bargaining agreement, including vacation, health, insurance, pension, and job training

Legal Requirements

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H1B, TN, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected category.