Foundations Laborer

Buildersbloc; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 37,357 - 53,206; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union-provided insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation time

Job summary

Buildersbloc is hiring a Foundations Laborer for a full-time position in Arnold, Missouri. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in foundations, strong physical conditioning for manual labor, and the ability to work independently. This union role offers competitive pay starting at $32.87 per hour depending on experience, along with comprehensive insurance and retirement benefits. The work is primarily in the greater St. Louis area, requiring flexibility in schedule and commute.

Qualifications

• 1 or more years of foundations experience.
• Must have own tool belt and personal tools.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Carrying and placing lumber and concrete forms.
• Digging and placing concrete.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Foundations experience

Ability to lift 5-100 pounds

Ability to work independently

Experience with hand and power tools

Strong work ethic

Job description

Foundations Laborer with 1 year experience

This is a union position with union scale wages. You will earn union-provided insurance after 500 hours of work. The generous insurance package includes medical, prescriptions, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance. Insurance is provided for the entire family at no cost to the employee with low deductibles and low copays. Retirement benefits are also provided through the union. Vacation time is paid in full at the start of the year.

Minimum Requirements

• 1 or more years of foundations experience
• Ability to work independently in the job and stay on schedule
• Ability to carry, lift, or hold building materials weighing 5 to 100 pounds
• Ability to climb and work on ladders
• Flexibility with work locations and commuting
• Demonstrated ability to work outside and take direct feedback in a hardworking environment
• Demonstrated consistent attendance and strong performance in previous positions
• Must pass a background check and drug screen
• Must provide your own tool belt and personal tools. (larger power tools are provided on the job site).

Builder’s Bloc has opportunities for a Foundations Laborer. The ideal candidate has experience using hand tools and power tools, is physically conditioned for challenging manual labor, prefers working outside, can handle working in all weather conditions, knows how to hustle to get the work done, and can handle direct, constructive feedback. We are looking for construction workers with 2 or more years of experience who can help train less experienced team members.

A willingness to work hard, take feedback, learn from others, and show up every day is required! Meeting those requirements will lead to a steady career with job satisfaction.

Job Duties

• Carrying and placing lumber, concrete forms
• Digging and placing concrete
• Uninstalling concrete forms and returning them to storage
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Providing training support to less experienced employeesTaking direction from the job foreman to stay on schedule and meet customer expectations

Work is based in or around the greater St. Louis metro area plus other locations in Missouri and Illinois. Work locations can vary as projects are completed and new projects begin. Employee’s place of residence is taken into consideration; however, some projects may require a longer commute. The work schedule is Monday to Friday during the day. Work schedules can vary based on weather and project timelines. Flexibility in both schedule and commute is key.

Builder’s Bloc is a locally owned, St. Louis based, union company that was founded in 1946. Many Builder’s Bloc employees have a 20+ year career with the company because of their dependability, benefits, and consistent growth.

Location

Arnold, MO

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Compensation

32.87 DOE