Entry-Level Laborer

Kent Companies • Grand Rapids, MI

22h • Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level laborer performs physical labor tasks to install helical piers safely and accurately as a deep foundation solution. Skills that impress us include being reliable and punctual, demonstrating great character, including integrity, and being a self-motivated team player. Hey, and if you have some construction experience, the Helical Pier Division would love that, too! We hire for the right attitude. Kent Companies will train everyone who is willing to learn, work hard, and improve themselves.

Requirements

• Operational smartphone for communication and the ability to see the job schedule through an application.
• Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/ job location(s).
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Personal gear such as steel-toe work boots, work pants, and hand tools
• Willingness to occasionally travel out of state and stay out of town for projects.
• Willingness to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future.

Nice To Haves

• CDL-A license with airbrake endorsement
• Equipment operator training from certified training facilities

Responsibilities

• Daily focus on personal and team safety
• Loading/unloading tooling and equipment.
• Loading/unloading helical materials.
• Bring along a daily positive Make It Happen attitude.
• Hand excavation/backfill.
• General demolition
• Occasional concrete patching work
• General knowledge of tools and safe, proper use
• Some flexibility as the timing at the end of the day can vary based on projects and travel time.
• Respect for leaders and use of appropriate language.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching
• Holiday pay (New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
• Scholarship opportunities for dependents
• Leadership development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed