Construction Worker - Building Repair

Morton Buildings, Inc.; Tea (SD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical/dental coverage

Life Insurance

Training bonus

Safety incentives

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Bad weather pay

401K

Job summary

Morton Buildings, Inc. is seeking a Construction Service Crew Member to join our field teams across the country. You will repair buildings, read plans, and perform maintenance while maintaining safety and meeting customer expectations.

This role requires 75% travel, involving overnight trips, and physical work with lifting. Compensation starts at $21.00–$23.00 per hour based on experience, plus bonuses and benefits including ESOP, medical coverage, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience in building construction or carpentry preferred.
• Willing to participate in and complete a training program.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Able to lift up to 100 pounds and work physically demanding tasks.
• Willingness to travel up to 75%, including overnight trips.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow construction plans accurately.
• Repair buildings, install doors/windows, and perform maintenance.
• Operate basic construction tools safely and efficiently.
• Work with a team to meet daily goals and safety standards.
• Adapt to varying weather and work conditions.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Travel-ready

Physical strength

Job description

Morton Buildings, Inc. is the industry leader in post-frame construction. We have been in business for 120 years and have more than 10 manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping plants servicing over 100 construction centers nationwide. Per year, across America, thousands of new buildings sport the familiar Morton M.

The Construction Service Crew Member is an active member of a team repairing building projects that provide a positive construction experience for the customer. This position plays an important role in helping the construction team promote a positive attitude, set and meet goals and achieve company objectives.

Bonus! Earn an additional $2000 your first year. New crew members receive an additional $500 bonus every quarter during their first year of employment with Morton Buildings. These bonuses are subject to all applicable withholding taxes.

Job Description

• Learn, keep current with and apply the Morton Buildings’ safety and construction procedures, methods, and standards to every building, everyday
• Demonstrate the ability to read, understand and build according to construction plans
• Efficiently execute tasks needed to complete a quality building (repairing) including but not limited to: sliding door, walk door and window replacement residing and roofing, replacing sky lights, rotten post and splashboard repairs, gutters and down spouts, and general building maintenance digging and installing footings, framing walls and roof structures, installing windows, entry and other doors and door openings, installing various siding and roofing materials including hi-rib steel, shingles, wood and other siding materials and mortarless masonry units, finishing with metal and wood trims
• Operate construction hand tools and other specialized equipment safely, efficiently and effectively.
• Display an ability and willingness to adapt to a flexible work schedule and work in various types of weather conditions (hot and cold)
• Exhibit an ability to work in a physically demanding environment including various situations that will include high climbing and heavy lifting of objects
• Work with other crew personnel in a safe, organized, productive and enjoyable work environment treating everyone with dignity and respect
• Be able to adapt to different type of repairs and think outside the box.
• The ability to trouble shoot or problem solve.
• Willing to advance
• Help organize materials and plan for the daily activities

Qualifications

• Building construction (post-frame), carpentry or framing experience preferred (on the job or in school)
• Willingness to participate in and complete a training program
• A valid driver’s license is preferred
• Available to work 9-10 hours during peak construction season.
• Ability to take direction
• Produce quality work in an efficient manner
• Agree to comply with all our safety processes and procedures
• Willingness to maintain and operate construction tools in a safe and proper manner
• Ability to operate specialized safety equipment efficiently and effectively
• Standard weight lifting requirements - 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds
• Capable of working in a physically demanding environment and at various heights (up to 40 feet)
• Possess good communication skills - both written and verbal
• This position requires 75% travel, which includes overnight travel possibly up to two weeks at a time.

Benefits include:

• $500 quarterly retention bonus for the first year of employment
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Excellent medical/dental/prescription coverageLife Insurance
• Training bonus
• Safety incentives
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bad weather pay
• 401K Opportunity

Salary is $21.00 to $23.00 per hour based on experience. Our construction crew positions are eligible for three years of progressive pay increases based upon experience, required training, and attendance. Morton Buildings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. All candidates offered employment will be subject to a pre-placement test which does include a drug screen.