Great Lakes Construction Services is looking to hire a full-time laborer for work in the field of selective demolition.
Reporting to our Director of Operations or a Job Site Supervisor, this position is primarily responsible for demolition of walls, ceilings and floors if found proficient. The position will also provide other field support such as debris removal and job site clean up/maintenance as needed.
Under immediate supervision, this position performs routine tasks involved in a variety of selective demolition projects. These tasks include strenuous physical labor such as drywall/plaster removal, block wall demolition, removal of flooring, debris removal, moving materials/furniture, job site cleaning/maintenance. This position may require you to operate select power tools or equipment to be determined on a project-by-project basis.
You will be paid every two weeks.
EXAMPLE TASKS:
Strenuous physical tasks
Breaks concrete and asphalt floors, driveways, curbs and sidewalks
Performs any of a variety of tasks involving physical strength and agility, including digging holes/trenches, or operating chipping hammers, reciprocating saws, hand tools, or grinders
Dismantles structures such as bleachers, fences, stands, backstops, guard rails
Assists trade workers or technicians by performing simple routine tasks such as pulling nails from lumber, carrying materials, or lifting heavy components or parts
Site clean up/maintenance
Dumps barrels of construction debris into dumpster, or shovels dirt and rubbish into trucks
Rakes leaves, shovels and/or removes snow and spreads salt
Sweeps, dust, waxes, or mops floors, stairs, woodwork, walls, windows as needed
Lift/ Load/Transport materials and equipment
Picks up and delivers equipment, supplies, mail, and materials
Loads, unloads, wraps, stacks and otherwise prepares items for transport or for use
Helps move heavy objects, such as stones, furniture, machinery, and construction materials
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduation or G.E.D.
State issued driver’s license
Daily access to reliable transportation
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
One year of experience preferred in one or more of the following task areas:
Performing strenuous labor duties
Selective demolition or other construction field
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
Read and write English and to understand and follow oral instructions
Communicate verbally and in writing
Perform all the duties of the classification, even in inclement weather
Work effectively as part of a workgroup/team
Display physical strength, alertness, mechanical aptitude, and industry on the job
Interact effectively with coworkers, leaders, and the public
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Work is performed indoors or outdoors, with exposure to seasonal weather conditions and varieties of people
Work frequently involves periods of intense physical effort including lifting and operating tools and objects weighing up to 90 pounds, walking significant distances, and moving debris or other heavy objects
Tasks and work locations may vary and change
REQUIRED SUBMITTAL INFORMATION:
The following are REQUIRED for consideration.
Emailed Resume
Completed GLCS Application
In-Person interview
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekends as needed
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Construction: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations
