Construction / Excavation General Laborer

Thornapple Excavating, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Referral program

Job summary

A prominent excavation company is seeking a dedicated Laborer to join their team in Grand Rapids, MI. This full-time role requires versatility in job duties, a strong work ethic, and the ability to lift over 60 lbs. Responsibilities include moving materials and assisting with excavation tasks. The company offers significant benefits including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401K with company match. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in excavating preferred but not required.
• Demonstrate ability to work as part of a crew.
• Open to alternative methods of task completion.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform various duties such as moving materials and hand digging.
• Signal equipment operators for workflow.
• Adjust to seasonal weather conditions and work extended hours.
• Use hand tools like shovels, come-alongs, rakes, and levels.
• Direct traffic when necessary and maintain clear communication.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and reliability.
• Show up on time and be ready to work.

Skills

Ability to lift 60+ lbs

Strong work ethic

Comfortable in high-stress environments

Willingness to learn

Education

High school or equivalent

Driver's License

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Position: Laborer

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

FT / PT Status: Full-Time

Who is Thornapple Excavating?

Over the last 40 years, Thornapple Excavating has expanded to become one of the most well‑known names in commercial excavating in West Michigan. The organization strives to be a leader in earthwork, utility installation, and other commercial excavating services. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, customers can count on Thornapple Excavating, Inc. to deliver a high‑quality product the first time, every time.

Job Responsibilities

• Be versatile and perform various duties required such as moving materials around jobsite and hand digging.
• Signaling equipment operators to facilitate work in tight spaces, movement of materials, or other nonverbal communication requirements.
• Ability to adjust to seasonal weather conditions and work for up to 12 or more hours per day.
• Use of various hand tools, such as shovels, come‑along rakes, compacters, levels, and other required tools.
• Direct traffic when necessary.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn.
• Consistently show up on time and ready to work.

Job Qualifications

• Prior experience in residential or commercial excavating preferred but not required.
• Be able to lift up to 60+ lbs.
• Comfortable working in a high‑stress environment.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and desire to deliver high‑quality work.
• Be willing and able to work with crew members and open to alternative ways of getting things done.

Benefits

• 100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K with Company Match
• Company Outings
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Referral program

Schedule

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate

• Greater Grand Rapids, MI

Education

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience

• Pay varies by experience
• Construction / Excavating experience is preferred
• Experience and desire to workoutdoors in weather elements is highly preferred

License/Certification

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Varies, primarily within 50 mile radius to Grand Rapids, MI