Laborer I

Mortenson Construction; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 51,577,344 - 63,038,976; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental plan

401k with match

Paid time off

Life/AD&D insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Laborer I to support the preparation, handling, and supply of materials for other trades on the site. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and reliable material flow to keep crews productive.

You will load/unload equipment, erect scaffolding, level surfaces, tend mortar and grout, and manage cleanups. A two-year apprenticeship is preferred; construction experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Two-year apprenticeship completed.
• Experience in construction preferred.
• Ability to operate power and non-powered tools listed.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and safety focus.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs with assistance when over 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload equipment on site.
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding and staging.
• Level ground for scaffolding and place/concrete work.
• Tend mortar and grout, and move materials between wheelbarrows and buckets.
• Clean up debris and maintain site safety.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Active listening

Safety awareness

Heavy lifting

Education

Two-year apprenticeship

Tools

Power tools

Non-powered hand tools

Vibrators

Pumps

Drills

Jackhammers

Forklifts

Skid loaders

Power buggies

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Laborer I that will be responsible for the preparation, handling, and supplying of materials to be used by other crafts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Load and unload equipment
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding (5X7X16) and staging
• Level ground for scaffolding
• Tend mortar and grout
• Lift, unload, move, set, and shovel mortar and grout between wheelbarrows and buckets
• General cleanup and clearing of debris, including sweeping, cleaning, washing, and unloading or burning debris
• Place, push, pull, and shovel concrete
• Vibrate concrete
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have completed a two (2) year apprenticeship
• Experience in construction preferred
• Ability to work with tools and equipment such as power and non-powered hand tools, vibrators, pumps, drills, and jackhammers; forklifts, skid loaders, and power buggies
• Strong teamwork orientation; positive attitude and professional customer service skills; detail orientation; active listening skills and effective communication, including an openness to diverse input and feedback
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
• Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

A few benefits offered include:

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.