Groundsmen / Erosion Control Specialist

Meehan Incorporated; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Meehan Incorporated is looking for Groundsmen / Erosion Control Specialists in Anderson, SC. This entry-level role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within the construction sector, while providing a safe working environment and excellent benefits, including medical insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical Insurance with Health Savings Account (HSA)

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid time off and paid holidays

On the job training

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with ability to travel out of town for work.
• Willingness to learn environmental aspects and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in site preparation and clearing, using hand and powered tools.
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly jobsites.

Skills

Good communication skills

Proficiency in maintaining lawns, fields, and grounds

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Powered and hand tools

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Are you looking to join a locally owned, family run business where you can grow with the company? If so, Meehan Incorporated may be the place for you! We are looking for Groundmen to add to our growing team. This is an entry-level position, and a great opportunity to get your foot in the door in construction.

Who We Are

Meehan Incorporated is a trusted and very well respected environmental, erosion control, and site development construction company with nearly 40 years of experience. Meehan Inc. provides excellent benefits, a rich culture of safety and a great work environment.

What We Offer

• Medical Insurance with Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• A safe working environment and Stop Work Order rights for all employees.
• Per Diems for out-of-town travel.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• On the job training for employees that have a can-do right attitude, ambition for growth, and enjoy physical work outdoors.
  
  

What You Will Do

• Assist in site preparation and clearing such as hand shoveling dirt and sand, cutting or trimming trees and vegetation, driving stakes and rebar, digging holes, compacting dirt, and sweeping away dirt and debris.
• Safely use powered and hand tools, such as long and short handled shovels, axes, ditch blades, sling blades, chain saws, powered weed trimmers, sledge hammers, hand brooms, hand-operated post-hole diggers, and hand-driven compaction devices.
• Load, unload, and stack equipment and materials.
• Perform seeding, straw blowing, and matting.
• Install filter sock and silt fence.
• Ensure proper installation and maintenance of temporary erosion and sediment control devices and pipe laying.
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly jobsites, company vehicles, and company property.
• Participate in pre-job briefings to understand important job goals and milestones.
• Prioritize safe working practices and quality work product over all others.
• Remain alert and look out for you and your crewmates' safety.
• Keep company equipment, work trucks, and all other company items clean and operational.
• Perform work on company farm as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Willingness to learn environmental aspects of jobs, uses for various aggregate, excavation, grading, slope and erosion control materials is a plus and may lead to bonus/advancement at yearly evaluations.
  
  

Top Candidates Will Have

• Ability to travel out of town for a week or longer at a time.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in maintaining lawns, fields, and grounds.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the main office.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Must be able to

• Work outside for prolonged periods through all weather conditions and terrains.
• Work for long periods, including weekends, when necessary.
• Safely walk long distances on foot on all types of terrain.
• Lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning

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