Skilled Laborer

Workstream; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Workstream is seeking a Construction Laborer to assist Carpenters with various construction tasks. The candidate will serve as part of the construction crew, actively engaging in site preparation, material delivery, and construction duties including drywall installation and landscaping.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and a keen attention to detail. Previous experience in construction and proficiency with tools is advantageous. Regular travel for site work is expected within the greater Duluth area.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Safely operates and maintains heavy machinery and power tools.
• Previous experience in the construction field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the construction crew on work sites.
• Assist with preparation of the work site for construction activities.
• Perform construction work including demolition, window installation, and finish carpentry.

Skills

Attention to detail

Intercultural competence

Adaptability

Communication

Initiative

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a trade, construction or construction management

Tools

Heavy machinery

Power tools

MS Office

Job description

Construction Laborer – Common Ground Construction

Position Overview

The Construction Laborer assists Carpenters with all aspects of construction work.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the construction crew on work sites.
• Assist with preparation of the work site for construction activities.
• Review scope of work with the Carpenter to determine needed materials and tools.
• Pick up and deliver materials and tools as needed.
• Perform construction work including but not limited to demolition, insulating and air sealing, window installation, drywall installation, finish carpentry, landscaping, etc.
• Complete administrative responsibilities for projects, including processing of receipts.

Supervision

Supervised by the Common Ground Project Manager. Carpenters coordinate specific tasks. No supervision exercised.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Attention to detail; ensures information is complete and accurate and follows up to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.
• Equipment operation and maintenance: Safely operates and maintains heavy machinery, power tools, company vehicles and other construction equipment according to the employee handbook.
• Continuous learning: Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
• Intercultural competence: Ability to function effectively across cultures, think and act appropriately, and communicate and work with people from different cultural backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a trade, construction or construction management.
• Previous experience in the construction field.
• Adaptability: Readily considers new approaches and adapts quickly to change.
• Communication: Delivers clear, effective communication and takes responsibility for understanding others.
• Initiative: Identifies opportunities and issues and proactively acts and follows through on work activities to capitalize or resolve them.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions on an occasional basis.
• Regularly walk and climb on uneven surfaces, ladders, and stairs.
• Work performed on construction sites with frequent exposure to dirt, dust, dampness, construction debris, extreme temperatures, construction noises, fumes and odors from construction materials.

Hours of Work and Required Travel

• Core business hours are Monday-Friday between 07:30 a.m. – 04:00 p.m.
• Regular travel within the greater Duluth area for construction/renovation site work.
• Access to reliable transportation and personal auto insurance.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Basic proficiency in MS Office, email and using the Internet.
• Operate hand or power tools.