Experienced Asphalt Laborer

Walbec Group; Banks Township (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union Benefits

Robust training and professional development

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading construction materials company in Michigan is seeking a Laborer to support various construction operations. Responsibilities include physical tasks such as raking, shoveling, and equipment operation. Candidates should have a valid Driver’s License, and previous construction experience is preferred. The company offers union benefits and a robust training program, promoting career growth in a dynamic work environment that requires adaptability to varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
• A CDL is preferred but not required.
• Previous construction experience is preferred.
• Ability to work varied hours, including nights and weekends.
• Comfort working in varied weather and dusty environments.
• Union membership encouraged; not required to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support construction operations with various tasks requiring physical labor.
• Perform tasks like raking, shoveling, cleaning, and measuring.
• Manage traffic control and operate small equipment.

Skills

Punctuality

Dependability

Ability to work in varying weather

Physical labor skills

Union membership willingness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Small equipment (saw, blower)

Job description

Walbec produces high-quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering.

Job Description

With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.

The Position

We’re looking for a Laborer responsible for supporting construction operations in various aspects and is responsible for many basic tasks that require physical labor and mental preparedness. Examples include: raking, shoveling, cleaning, measuring, traffic control and operation of small equipment (saw, blower, etc.).

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record.
• A CDL Is Preferred But Not Required.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Have the ability to work varied hours including nights, early mornings, and weekends as needed.
• Be able to tolerate and work in variable weather conditions, and work in dirty and dusty environments.
• Member of the appropriate trade union or willingness to become a union member are required. Union membership is not required prior to employment. Our Human Resources Department is able to assist in that process as needed.
• Previous Construction Experience Preferred.
• Previous experience in landscaping, farming or raking/shoveling preferred.

The Benefits

• Union Benefits
• Robust Walbec training and professional development program
• Ongoing career growth opportunities

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affimative Action employer, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!