Ground Laborer

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc is seeking a Ground Laborer to support quarry and plant operations with general labor tasks and material handling. The role emphasizes safety and physical outdoor work in a busy quarry environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily operations, loading/unloading materials, and following safety protocols. Training is available for the right candidate, with a focus on teamwork and reliability in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in construction or related industry preferred.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds and working in all weather conditions.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist quarry and plant operations with daily operations.
• Assist with general construction tasks, including loading and unloading materials, digging trenches, and operating hand and power tools.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Collaborate with site supervisors and other construction staff to ensure project success.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in construction practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Work ethic

Physical stamina

Math skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

We are seeking a Ground Laborer to support daily quarry and plant operations by performing general labor tasks, maintaining a safe worksite, and assisting equipment operators and plant personnel. This is a physically demanding, outdoor role focused on safety, cleanup, and material handling in an active quarry environment. We are willing to train the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Assist quarry and plant operations with daily operations
• Assist with general construction tasks, including loading and unloading materials, digging trenches, and operating hand and power tools
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• Collaborate with site supervisors and other construction staff to ensure project success
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in construction practices
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in construction or related industry preferred
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds and working in all weather conditions
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Ability to follow directions and work independently or as part of a team

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is all about owning what we do from start to finish. We’re a 100% employee-owned multi-faceted contractor who thrives on delivering complex heavy civil projects by developing innovative infrastructure solutions. Our growing team of employee-owners are experts in grading, excavation, underground utilities, bridge construction, asphalt paving, concrete paving, and pavement preservation. Join the ESS team today!