General Laborer

Murray Company; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Company Match

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Generous paid time off programs

Travel reimbursement program

Professional training and development

Job summary

Murray Company is hiring a full-time commercial construction general laborer for our central Iowa location. The role involves overseeing various aspects of the construction process, such as demolition and safety measures, while promoting a positive work environment.

A valid driver's license and dependable transportation are required, along with a high school diploma or GED. The successful candidate will be supported through travel reimbursements and an array of employee benefits including competitive pay and comprehensive insurance.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and dependable transportation required.
• Willingness to learn new skills and meet new people is essential.
• Ability to handle various tasks at the jobsite as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and clean jobsite areas including digging and scaffolding.
• Maintain organized workspace and adhere to safety protocols.
• Oversee demolition and safety measures on site.

Skills

Operating hand and power tools

Jobsite cleanup and maintenance

Adhering to safety policies

Ability to travel

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About the Role

We are hiring multiple start dates to meet our project needs for 2026‑2027.

Murray Company seeks a full-time commercial construction general laborer for our central Iowa location.

As a Murray Company laborer you will be involved in all areas of the construction process. You will work alongside a superintendent and help oversee demolition, clean‑up, safety, infection control measures and interim life safety measures. We are looking for people with an open mindset, a desire to learn new skills, meet new people, and make a difference in the communities in which we work. This position requires you to have a valid driver's license, dependable transportation, and willingness to travel to projects. The company will reimburse travel through our expense & premium program.

Skills & Qualifications

• Clean and prepare specific areas of the jobsite as assigned.
• Clean and prepare specific areas of the jobsite as assigned. This may include digging trenches; erecting scaffolding; cleaning up rubble, debris, and trash; removing hazardous materials, cutting weeds, and sweeping.
• Operate a wide variety of hand and power tools.
• Clean the jobsite at the end of the day, ensuring trash is properly disposed of and materials or equipment are properly stored.
• Maintain an organized workspace and adhere to company safety policies.
• Work towards continuous quality improvement.
• Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures.
• Travel required.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) Company Match.
• Full‑time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Long‑term disability and life insurance.
• Flex Spending Account.
• Generous paid time off programs prioritizing well‑being and self‑care.
• Service award program.
• Work program discounts, employee engagement events, professional training and development.
• Reimburse travel through our expense & premium program.