Laborer Journeyman | Mortenson

M. A. Mortenson Company; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an established industry player where you will play a crucial role in construction projects. This position involves loading and unloading equipment, erecting scaffolding, and providing guidance to fellow workers. You will utilize various tools and equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency on-site. The ideal candidate will possess strong teamwork skills, a positive attitude, and a commitment to professional customer service. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to contribute to impactful projects while working with a diverse group of professionals in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with various tools and equipment including power tools and hand tools.
• Strong teamwork orientation and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload equipment and materials for construction projects.
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding and provide work direction to laborers.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service skills

Detail orientation

Active listening

Effective communication

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Forklifts

Skid loaders

Jackhammers

Job description

Cedar Rapids, IA, United States | Minneapolis Office

Responsibilities

1. Load and unload equipment
2. Erect and dismantle scaffolding (5X7X16) and staging
3. Level ground for scaffolding
4. Tend mortar and grout
5. Lift, unload, move, set, shovel mortar and grout between wheel barrows and buckets
6. General cleanup and clearing of debris, including sweeping, cleaning, washing, and unloading or burning debris
7. Place, push, pull and shovel concrete
8. Vibrate concrete
9. Provide work direction and guidance to Laborer I, II, Helpers and Apprentice
10. Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
11. All other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. 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
2. Strong teamwork orientation
3. Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
4. Detail orientation
5. Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback