Construction Field Trainee / Apprentice - Concrete & Specialty Services

Cobra Southeast Construction Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

100% company-paid short- and long-term

FSA medical savings

401(k) with discretionary profit share

Paid apprenticeship & certifications

Job summary

Cobra Southeast Construction Services in Atlanta, GA is hiring an Entry-Level Field Trainee to launch a high-paying, multifaceted trade career with no prior specialty construction experience required.

You will train alongside seasoned industry veterans and earn while you learn through structured field mentoring and CSDA certifications, paving a path toward becoming Lead Operator across multiple disciplines.

Qualifications

• Legal work authorization to work in the United States.
• Will­ingness to learn multiple trades and adapt to field requirements.
• Ability to lift 75–100+ lbs and work in varied weather conditions.
• Commitment to safety protocols and personal protective equipment use.
• Willingness to work variable shifts, including nights and weekends as project needs.

Responsibilities

• Learn specialty cutting, coring, GPR, and electrical locating techniques.
• Support concrete construction, patching, and finishing on commercial/industrial sites.
• Assist in field logistics, safety, and quality control on active jobsites.
• Study and progress toward CSDA certifications through structured mentorship.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and clean, safe work areas on-site.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Learn quickly

Driver's license

Work authorization

Safety awareness

Job description

Cobra Southeast Construction Services is hiring motivated individuals ready to launch a high-paying, multifaceted trade career as an Entry-Level Field Trainee. No prior specialty construction experience is required-we are looking for dependable, ambitious candidates eager to learn cutting-edge trades from the ground up and build a long-term future with our team.

You will train alongside seasoned industry veterans with decades of field leadership. We invest heavily in our workforce and prioritize internal advancement: your dedication on the job paves a clear, rapid path to becoming a certified Lead Operator across multiple disciplines.

Back over 25 years of industry excellence across six states, Cobra delivers high-precision solutions using top-tier technology, modern machinery, and rigorous safety standards.

Why Join Our Team?

• Comprehensive Trade Mastery: Learn a diverse array of high-demand skills-including precision concrete cutting, GPR subsurface imaging, utility locating, structural augmentation, concrete construction, and advanced specialty demolition.
• Paid Apprenticeship & Training: Earn while you learn through structured field mentoring and industry-recognized CSDA (Concrete Sawing & Drilling Association) certifications.
• Year-Round Stability: Steady, full-time work with no seasonal layoffs.
• Top-Tier Equipment: Work with state-of-the-art saws, robotic tools, high-frequency GPR systems, and electromagnetic locators.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health insurance, 100% company-paid short- and long-term disability, and FSA medical savings.
• Retirement & Wealth Building: 401(k) with discretionary annual profit sharing.
• Work-Life Balance: Sustainable scheduling designed to respect your life outside of work.

What You'll Do & Learn:

• Specialty Cutting & Coring: Train on the setup and operation of flat slab saws, wall saws, core drills, and diamond wire sawing systems.
• Subsurface Scanning & Locating: Learn non-destructive Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) imaging and electromagnetic line locating to identify rebar, post-tension cables, conduits, and underground utilities.
• Structural Augmentation & Modification: Assist in structural strengthening, carbon fiber installations (FRP), epoxy anchoring, precision stitching, and structural load modifications.
• Concrete Construction & Placement: Support specialized structural forming, placing, patching, and finishing across commercial and industrial job sites.
• Field Logistics & Site Care: Master jobsite prep, slurry containment/vacuum systems, water control, rig loading, tool maintenance, and OSHA-compliant safety enforcement.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Work Ethic & Mindset: Mechanical aptitude, strong problem-solving skills, and a genuine eagerness to master multiple technical trades.
• Physical Capability: Ability to lift and maneuver 75–100+ lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in varied weather conditions.
• Aptitude for Learning: Comfort with tape-measure precision, spatial awareness, and basic math (we provide complete field-measurement training).
• Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to work variable shifts (days, nights, occasional weekends, or occasional regional travel based on project needs).
• Driver's License: Valid driver's license with a clean, insurable driving record.
• Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Personal Gear: Must provide your own sturdy, steel-toe leather work boots (all specialty PPE is company-provided).

Cobra Southeast Construction Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified females, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.