Construction Mason, Operator, & Tender

Ferguson Construction Company; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match and Retirement Plan

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Referral program

Job summary

Ferguson Construction Company in Sidney, OH is seeking motivated individuals to join the Mason Operator & Tender Crew. You will lay brick, block and stone veneers and operate rough terrain forklifts to move masonry materials for building projects while supporting masons on site.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, maintaining tools, and assisting with masonry tasks. OSHA 10-hour, forklift and aerial lift certifications are required or pursued; travel to job sites may be necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• OSHA 10-hour training is required.
• Rough terrain forklift certification and aerial lift certification are preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, drawings, and sketches to understand job expectations.
• Maintain tools and keep the job site clean.
• Assist in maintaining, repairing, and constructing masonry surfaces and structures.
• Layout walls and lay leads.
• Install masonry flashings and insulation.
• Tuck and point masonry.
• Build and maintain scaffolding and other temporary structures.
• Operate a forklift as needed.

Skills

Masonry teamwork

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

OSHA 10-hour

Rough terrain forklift cert

Aerial lift certification

Tools

Forklift operations

Job description

(Ferguson Construction does not sponsor employment visas)

Job Description

We are looking for motivated and skilled individuals to join our Mason Operator & Tender Crew. You will be laying brick, block, and stone veneers while working closely with a dedicated team, operating rough terrain forklifts to move masonry materials used for constructing buildings, and working in a utility capacity, by transferring masonry material to masons. There are many opportunities for growth and your responsibilities will develop as you gain more experience.

What You'll Be Doing

• Read blueprints, drawings, and sketches to understand job expectations and requirements.
• Maintain tools and keep the job site clean.
• Assist team in maintaining, repairing, and constructing masonry surfaces and structures.
• Layout walls and lay leads.
• Install masonry flashings and insulation.
• Tucking and point masonry.
• Build and maintain scaffolding and other temporary structures.
• Clean work and apply sealants.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the proper use and care of any hand tools
• Demonstrate the proper use of all personal protective equipment
• Learn to set up for walls.
• Learn to space mortar boards
• Clean mixer, mortar pans, and shovels.
• Comprehend when safety rails and posts are needed and how to install.
• Be willing to learn the proper use and care of basic power tools.
• Mix mortar correctly and accelerator use
• Count all material and recognize masonry cuts in wall section.
• Recognize and assemble 3 ft., 5 ft., and 6 ft. bucks.
• Read a tape accurately to measure cuts.
• Use a skill saw and chop saw.
• Correctly and safely erect scaffolding
• Know and apply all grout procedures.
• Identify and know when and where bearing plates are installed in a wall.
• Recognize lintels, how and when to use them.
• Know the proper type of use of wall accessories such as bracing, anchors, pilasters, and angles.
• Be willing to learn simple masonry tasks such as tooling and obtain basic masonry tools.
• Run a fork lift as needed.
• Tool joints as needed.
• Perform simple masonry tasks and obtain basic masonry tools.
• Assist tradesmen perform their tasks and help in preparation for the tasks.

Required Skills/Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED. Absent a diploma or GED then six (6) months related experience and/or training
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and manuals
• Basic math skills
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• OSHA 10-hour training
• Rough terrain forklift certification
• Aerial lift certification

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Strong commitment to working safely and professionally.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Understand and carry out instructions.
• Ability to organize, sequence, and perform assigned tasks within schedule.
• Ability to physically perform the job duties.
• Dependable and consistent in following instructions and blueprints.
• Must be willing to travel to job locations
• Must work in other trades as needed
• Must have all tools on required Ferguson Construction tool list to move to next level
• Work overtime and Saturdays as needed
• Perform general maintenance or cleanup work
• Attend appropriate training courses when requested in order to move to next level

WE TAKE CARE OF OUR EMPLOYEES

At Ferguson Construction Company, every hire is brought on as a full-time employee. Since 1920, we have completed every project with excellence. Our goal is to exceed client expectations on every project. We are an industry leader in craftsmanship, safety, and high-quality construction.

As part of taking care of our people, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including the following:

• 401k Match and 401K Profit Share Plan
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation

Ferguson Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age.

Job Location: Sidney

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability To Commute/relocate

• Sidney, OH: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

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All applicants who are offered employment with Ferguson Construction Company will be subject to a background investigation and drug test. Offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a background investigation and drug test conducted in accordance with Ferguson Construction policy and state law.