Concrete and Caulking Skilled Laborer

Western Specialty Contractors; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading specialty contractor is seeking a Skilled Laborer for their Corpus Christi branch. Responsibilities include performing various construction tasks such as concrete finishing and lifting heavy materials. Ideal candidates will have strong physical stamina, a commitment to safety, and practical experience in the field. This role offers competitive pay between $19 and $25 per hour and includes benefits like health coverage and pay-off plans, underlining the company's commitment to its employees.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate reading, writing, and math skills.
• Experience in practical construction preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing 50 pounds or more.

Responsibilities

• Perform work within particular work areas according to accepted standards.
• Chipping out concrete and hauling debris.
• Cut out sealant and pack new sealant at high quality.

Skills

Physical stamina

Reading skills

Math skills

Attention to safety

Construction skills

Ability to work outdoors

Tools

Hand tools of the trade

Job description

Overview

Build Your Career. Build Your Legacy.

At Western Specialty Contractors, you’re an owner.

For more than 110 years, Western Specialty Contractors has been building more than projects—we’ve been building people, careers, and communities. Founded in St. Louis and proudly employee‑owned through our ESOP, we are the nation’s largest specialty contractor, restoring and protecting building envelopes through expertise in facades, concrete, roofing, and waterproofing.

Why Western?

As an employee‑owned company, you’re not just working for Western—you’re working with Western. Every team member has a stake in our success. That ownership mindset fuels a culture where people look out for each other, take pride in their work, and know their contributions truly matter.

Grow With Us

With 30+ branches nationwide, Western offers opportunities to build a career that grows with you. From hands‑on field experience to specialized training and leadership development, we invest in your future at every stage.

Description

Come work for America’s Master Craftsmen in Restoration and Preservation! Western Specialty Contractors is currently looking for self‑motivated, top‑notch individuals to help serve our customers as a Skilled Laborer at our Corpus Christi branch. If you are a self‑motivated individual with great work ethic and the personality to help with customer satisfaction, then we would love to meet you!

As a member of the branch production team, you will be responsible for the performance of work within a particular work area and in accordance with generally accepted standards of the crafts. Experienced skilled laborers are all encouraged to apply!

• Concrete Finisher - Hand patching, pouring and finishing concrete.
• Skilled Laborer - Chipping out concrete, hauling debris, lifting heavy objects, working at heights (not being afraid of heights is important for this role).
• Finish Caulker - Cut out sealant, pack and shoot new sealant at a high quality.

Requirements

• Must be able to demonstrate sufficient reading, writing and math skills to comprehend and explain company safety policies and material instruction.
• Must be comfortable working at heights.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in high temperatures.
• Must be able to use logical step‑by‑step procedures in working with different materials using a variety of skills.
• Must be able to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy and be able to judge straight lines, spaces and proportions.
• Must be able to demonstrate sufficient reading, writing and math skills to comprehend and explain company safety policies and material instruction.
• Must have the ability to read drawings.
• Identify existing and predictable hazards in work surroundings, including working conditions that are unsanitary, hazardous or dangerous to employees.
• Must be able to: Stand or walk for long periods; lift and carry materials weighing 50 pounds or more; climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolds and other objects and carry tools and equipment; and see well (either naturally or with correction).
• Must be able to work at heights and at extreme temperatures, and wear company’s safety equipment.
• Practical construction experience preferred.
• Must have own “hand tools of the trade.”
• May be required to work weekends, nights, and out of town.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is determined using a variety of factors, including experience, skills, internal equity, market benchmarks, and the cost of labor in the different geographic locations where we operate. In addition to base pay, this position may also be eligible for beneficial ownership in the Company through Western’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, maternity leave, and additional benefits designed to support employees and their families.

US Pay Range: $19 USD - $25 USD

EEO Statement

Western Specialty Contractors does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits.