What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Laborer position at Hoffman Bros.?
At Hoffman Bros., Inc. we are continuously seeking qualified applicants with a strong work ethic and positive attitude. We offer career employment as well as internships. We primarily hire for work in Battle Creek, MI, Kalamazoo MI, Lansing Michigan, Southwest Michigan, and Northern Indiana.
As one of the Midwest's premier construction companies, we hire primarily for positions related to Construction, Construction Management, Earthwork, Earthmoving, Sitework, Underground, and Heavy Highway Construction.
We regularly are seeking quality employees for positions such as Cost Estimator, Project Manager, Estimator/Project Manager, Mechanic, Heavy Equipment, Diesel Mechanic, Technician, Excavating, Civil Engineering, Civil Construction, CAD and Construction Management, as well as operating engineers and laborers.
We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits, apprenticeship programs and on the job training, continuous mentoring and opportunity for advancement.
We require pre-employment as well as recurring random drug screening for all employees regardless of their role in the Company.
General Laborer
We are seeking qualified applicants with a strong work ethic and positive attitude for positions related to road and bridge construction, earthmoving, site development, underground utilities, and other heavy civil construction. We primarily hire for work in Michigan including Battle Creek, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids and other areas of Michigan.
Job Duties:
- Assist heavy equipment operators and other skilled personnel, as necessary.
- Prep construction sites by clearing obstacles and hazards.
- Load or unload construction materials.
- Assist with underground pipe installation including checking grade and hand digging for underground utility lines.
- Hand dig as necessary
- Perform jobsite cleanup.
- Communicate with crewmembers and supervisors to ensure jobsite safety, production and quality standards are met.
- Ability to be flexible with last minute schedule, jobsite location and shift changes.
- Overtime work is required.
Essential Qualifications:
- Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to get to the jobsite location.
- Must be punctual and reliable.
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
- CDL license is preferred.
Education/Experience:
- 1 or more years of road construction experience is preferred.
- High School diploma is preferred.
Work Requirements
- Strict Adherence to safety requirements, procedures, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
- We require pre-employment as well as recurring random drug screening for all employees regardless of their role in the Company.
Physical Requirements:
- This position requires time spent walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing, and sitting.
- Applicants must demonstrate a strong work ethic and ability to perform manual labor.
Work Environment:
- This position involves outdoor work. Candidates must be able to work extended/overtime hours on job sites in adverse weather conditions including heat, sun, cold and rain.
Pay and Benefits:
- $18.85-27.58 per hour based on experience and qualifications.
- Health insurance plan through Laborers Local 355.
- Pension plan through Operating Laborers Local 355.
Hoffman Bros., Inc. is a union shop and successful candidates will become members of the Laborers Local 355.
Salary : $19 - $28