Construction Laborer: Fabric-Covered Hoop Buildings

Lavoro USA; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 4 weeks PTO

Bad Weather Pay

Paid Holidays

Referral Bonuses

Group Health & Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings

Job summary

Fabric-Covered Buildings in Northeast Iowa is seeking committed Construction Laborers to support fabric-covered structures across the Midwest. The role involves travel during the week and returning home on weekends, with 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

days and up to 60 hours in busy periods. You'll perform concrete work, wood post and I-beam foundations, steel frame erection, and related tasks. Benefits include paid time off, holidays, health and retirement plans; pay starts at $22/hour with per diem

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required and ability to obtain one where needed.
• DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate and drug test must be obtained before employment.
• Basic math, writing and communication skills expected.
• Ability to work at heights during a 10-hour day.
• Ability to stand, stoop, crawl, and climb for long periods.
• Must be able to lift 15–100 pounds as needed.
• Tools and equipment are provided; learn to operate site equipment.

Responsibilities

• Will travel during the week and be home on weekends.
• Perform concrete work, wood post and I-beam foundations, steel frame erection, and related tasks.
• Typical day is 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; hours may reach 60 in busy periods.
• Crews meet at the shop near Clermont, IA and travel to job sites by company truck.
• Travel lodging is paid with per diem; meals may be covered.

Skills

Driver's license

DOT medical exam

Math skills

Written communication

Height safety

Physical endurance

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Skid steer

Forklift

Boom lift

Job description

Construction Laborer: Fabric-Covered Hoop Buildings

• Northeast Iowa, IA

We are helping a local leading Fabric-Covered Buildings construction company in Northeast Iowa, add committed and reliable laborers.

Our client has been in business for over 10 years and engages in dozens of projects across the Midwest. The majority of the projects are in Iowa, but they also venture into Minnesota, Nebraska, Illinois, Missouri, and Wisconsin.

You will travel during the week and be home for your weekends. Work includes minor concrete work, wood post and I-beam foundations, steel frame erection, and other associated construction type tasks.

Job General Details:

Typical workdays are from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There may be changes based upon project requirements.

The typical work week consists of 40 hours but will flex to 60 hours during busy periods or as project schedules dictate.

Typical work schedules are Monday-Friday.

Crews meet at the shop near Clermont, IA daily or weekly as required and travel to and from the jobsite via company truck.

One way drive time is paid for travel from the shop to the jobsite for non-prevailing wage projects.

Travel Requirements: 40 to 50 weeks per year; most construction crews will be on the job site up to a week at a time, but home most weekends.

Benefits:

• Up to 4 weeks of Paid Time Off
• Up to 2 weeks of Bad Weather Pay
• Paid Holidays
• Referral Bonuses
• Group Health & Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• a 401(k) Retirement Savings

Pay rate will start at $22 per hour based upon proven experience, knowledge, and longevity in work history.

Travel lodging is paid for with per diem by the Foreman or Lead man, upfront and meals are paid for by payroll per diem.

Requirements:

• A valid Driver’s license or the ability to obtain one is required
• Prior to employment, obtain a DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate and successfully pass a drug test, both provided by Greenfield, in Clermont, IA
• Basic math, writing, and communication skills
• Ability to work at heights throughout a 10-hour work day
• Ability to stand, stoop, crawl, and climb constantly throughout a 10-hour work day
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull 15 pounds constantly throughout a 10-hour work day
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull 50 pounds often throughout a 10-hour work day
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull 100 pounds rarely throughout a 10-hour work day
• Employee provided tools & equipment include steel-toe boots, tape measure, speed square, hammer, pliers, tool belt and pouches
• Ability to operate or learn to operate equipment such as a skid steer, scissor lift, boom lift, forklifts, and various other equipment as projects dictate
• Upon employment, successfully pass the OSHA 10-Hr. safety training course prior to 1st day of work, provided by Greenfield

Preferred Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Twelve months or more of general construction experience (carpentry, concrete, ironwork, etc.)
• Previous experience operating equipment such as a scissor lift, forklift, skid steer, backhoe, etc.
• Spanish speakers and bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply as well.

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