Construction Laborer

Schutte Excavating; Greensburg (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

Simple IRA with 100% match up to 3%

Paid commute to job sites

Personal cell phone allowance

8 paid holidays

1 week PTO (years 1–4)

Boot allowance

Uniforms

Quarterly Safety Bonus

Job summary

Schutte Excavating, Inc. in Greensburg, IN seeks a Civil Construction Laborer to support commercial projects within a 60-mile radius. Responsibilities include rough carpentry, concrete work, tool operation, site prep and material handling.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of construction experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work in a team under varying weather conditions. We offer stable benefits and opportunities to grow with a company focused on community development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of commercial construction experience.
• Strong work ethic and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Prior experience with rough carpentry and concrete work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform rough carpentry and concrete tasks at job sites.
• Operate hand and power tools as directed.
• Prepare and clean sites; dig trenches and set braces.
• Load/unload materials and assist craft workers.
• Help install structures and site features.

Skills

Construction experience

Teamwork

Work ethic

Driver's license

Rough carpentry

Concrete work

CDL class A

Job description

What to know about the position:

Schutte Excavating, Inc. is located in Greensburg, IN. Our company has been steadily growing and is looking to expand our workforce. Schutte Excavating’s focus is on Community Development Block Grant Projects, Storm Sewer Projects, General Construction Management, Concrete Construction, and Site Development. We travel within a 60‑mile radius of Greensburg.

Current position: Civil Construction Laborer(s). This role requires a minimum of 2 years of commercial construction experience and involves manual work with a willingness to learn. Responsibilities include rough carpentry, concrete work, operating hand and power tools, cleaning and preparing sites, digging trenches, setting braces to support excavation sides, cleaning up rubble, debris, and other waste materials, assisting with installation of structures and site features, loading and unloading materials, and providing assistance to craft workers. Physical demands may require the ability to lift heavy objects (25+ lbs), stand for long periods, and work in a variety of weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of commercial construction experience.
• Strong work ethic and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Prior experience with rough carpentry and concrete work is preferred.

Even better (but not required) if you have a Class A CDL.

What’s in it for you:

• Well-being/stability
  • No seasonal layoffs.
  • 100% health, dental, vision, life, disability, and illness/accident premium coverage after 30 days.
  • Employee assistance program.
• Financial support
  • Simple IRA with 100% match up to 3%.
  • Paid commute to job sites.
  • Personal cell phone allowance.
• Work/life balance
  • Average 40–43 hours per week with work within a 60‑mile radius of Greensburg.
  • 8 paid holidays plus a paid week off between Christmas and New Years.
  • 1 week PTO for years 1–4 with an increasing schedule thereafter.
• Workwear/gear/swag
  • PPE (hardhat, gloves, safety glasses, ear protection).
  • Company owned hand and power tools available for use.
  • Starter set of hi‑vis shirts and vest.
• Probationary Period Eligibility & Incentives
  • Annual Boot Allowance (6 months).
  • Uniforms (3 months).
  • Quarterly Safety Bonus (6 months).

FAQs

• What is the typical schedule? Monday – Friday; 7:30 – 4:00 (start and end times may vary).
• What are some of the specific projects you do? We do commercial projects such as laying sewer and sanitary pipes, running water lines, concrete work (sidewalks, curbs, roads, decorative), moving dirt, and using GPS for grading.
• What do you do in the winter? We can still pour concrete in winter and there is plenty to do around the shop to keep people busy on slow days. We also use this time for training and development.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace and creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We comply with all applicable laws governing EEO and affirmative action, and we ensure that all employment decisions are made solely based on job‑related qualifications and merit.