Union Energy Storage Laborer Apprentice - Irwindale, CA

Mortenson; California (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Laborer Apprentice to learn the trade while assisting with materials for other crafts. Responsibilities include loading, unloading, erecting scaffolding, and handling concrete and grout.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and effective communication on diverse project teams. Qualified candidates are enrolled in the Apprentice Aptitude Program and may have prior construction experience.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Apprentice Aptitude Program.
• Construction experience preferred.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment listed in the qualifications.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and customer service skills.
• Will perform repetitive movements and lift up to 50 lbs, with assistance if over 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload equipment.
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding and staging.
• Level ground for scaffolding.
• Tend motor and grout.
• Move and place mortar and grout between wheelbarrows and buckets.
• Maintain clean work areas and handle debris.
• Place, push, pull, and shovel concrete.
• Vibrate concrete.
• Collaborate with diverse teammates and stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Apprentice Aptitude Program

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

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 Apprentice that will be responsible for learning the trade while assisting with 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 motor 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 loading or burning of 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

• Enrolled in Apprentice Aptitude Program
• 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 oriented; 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.

The base pay range for this role

is $24.74 - $42.06per hour. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

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.

About Mortenson

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let’s Redefine Possible

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.