Laborer-Semi-Skilled Journeyman

Granite Construction; Batesville (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehman-Roberts Company in Memphis, a Granite Company, is seeking construction laborers to perform a range of duties from erecting to finishing concrete and assisting with grading.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift 50–100 pounds, and readiness to work outdoors, with training provided and safety emphasized.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Ability to read and follow instructions precisely.
• Physical stamina for lifting 50–100 lbs and climbing.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Erect, repair, and dismantle structures per job needs.
• Install waterworks, locks and dams; assist grading.
• Measure grade stakes, drive stakes, and align equipment.
• Finish concrete surfaces with floats and trowels.
• Operate or signal construction equipment to maintain alignment.

Skills

Follow directions

Manual dexterity

Lift 50-100 lbs

Stand for long periods

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience

Job description

LEHMAN-ROBERTS COMPANY - A PROUD TRADITION SINCE 1939Lehman-Roberts, a Granite Company, has been a part of the fabric of Memphis for more than 85 years. We are dedicated to the manufacturing and placement of quality hot mix asphalt along with surface mining of aggregates from our sister company Memphis Stone & Gravel. Anchoring our company's efforts are the core values of stewardship, humility, continuous improvement, and relationships. With manufacturing facilities located throughout West Tennessee and North Mississippi, we specialize in asphalt production and construction projects ranging from commercial projects to miles of interstate highway paving throughout the Mid-South.General SummaryPerforms any combination of following tasks, such as erecting, repairing, and wrecking ; installing waterworks, locks and dams; gradingEssential Job AccountabilitiesMeasures distances from grade stakes, drives stakes, and stretches tight line.Bolts, nails, alines, and blocks up under forms.Signals operators of construction equipment to facilitate alinement, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications.Levels earth to fine grade specifications, using pick and shovel.Mixes, concrete, using portable mixer.Smooths and finishes freshly poured cement or concrete, using float, trowel, or screed.Positions. joins, alines, and seals pipe sections.Erects scaffolding, shoring, and braces.Performs variety of tasks involving dextrous use of hands and tools, such as sawing lumber, dismantling forms, and removing projects from concrete.EducationHigh School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experienceWork ExperienceAppropriate training and experience requiredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesWorkers should be able to:Follow specific directionsPerform a variety of duties which may often changeWork within standards of accuracyRepeat tasks of short duration according to a set procedureEvaluate information using measurable standards.Physically, workers must be able to:Stand or walk for long periodsUse arms and hands to reach for, handle, and manipulate objectsFrequently lift and carry materials weighing 50 to 100 poundsClimb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects and carry tools and equipmentStoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl, and see (naturally or with correction).What can Lehman-Roberts Co do for you?Working at Lehman-Roberts means being part of our community to build a future while respecting our core values...Are you interested in the opportunity to work for a company that will give you the experience needed to build your career?Would you like to learn and work with some of the best experts in the field?Do you feel a sense of pride knowing a project is built well with safety in mind? We have committed to leading the highway construction and aggregate industries by rewarding our most valuable resource... our employees! Our benefits include:Paid Vacations/ HolidaysMedical/ Dental/ Vision/ Life Insurance401K w/ Company Match and Profit SharingFlexible Spending AccountAdditional Voluntary Life Insurance and DisabilityThe statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Lehman-Roberts Company and/or the Memphis Stone & Gravel Company and their designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-hire drug testing.It is the policy of Lehman-Roberts Company not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and sexual orientation), national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or because he or she is a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.