What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1st Shift General Laborer position at Johnson Monument Company?
Do you enjoy working outdoors? Do you want to work dayshift Monday - Friday? Do you want to help create beautiful products that will last a lifetime? Are you curious how cemetery headstones are produced? Do you want to learn a fascinating new trade? If you are nodding your head yes, then we have the perfect job for you!
We have a full-time opening based out of our regional production shop located in Chippewa Falls WI. For over 100 years, families have trusted Johnson Monument Company to create timeless, custom granite and bronze headstones/memorials that are as unique as the people they honor. Our employees are known for their professionalism, creativity and design excellence. Come join our team and learn more about how you can help create these treasured family heirlooms.
Memorial Installer General Duties:
- In general, this position will be responsible for the installation of headstones/monuments in various cemeteries.
- Drive company setting truck to cemetery gravesites with other setters to install monuments, follow maps, diagrams, and written specifications such as: locate grave spaces, prepares foundation and secure monument components.
- Remove sections of monument from truck bed and guide stone onto foundation using skids, handcart and hoist or truck crane
- Install concrete and/or granite foundation/caps for the headstones/monuments.
- Fill joints between stone with setting compound.
- Assist with unloading/uncrating delivered product and loading completed orders.
- Assist with production team on the sandblasting, cleaning, and maintenance of headstones/monuments.
- Add, review, or remove stencil on granite prior to blasting.
- Clean and repair memorials as required.
- Assist with the cleaning and maintenance of company vehicles.
- Assist with the maintenance of small engines such as compressors.
Memorial Installer Qualifications:
- High school degree or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Individual who enjoys working outdoors and on a variety of different tasks.
- Can work independently with minimal supervision.
- Mental alertness to ensure safe and accurate completion of work activities.
- Ability to safely use and operate related work aides including motor driven pallet jacks, steel setting carts, truck mounted cranes and forklifts.
- Able and willing to work and drive in various weather conditions 8 hours per day.
What do we offer?
- Starting wage is $21.00 an hour.
- Hours are 7:30am - 4:00pm Monday - Friday.
- Full-time employment at a stable, growing company with a stellar 130-year reputation.
- Benefits include competitive pay; health, vision, dental and life insurance; 401(k) plan with company match; paid vacation; paid holidays and much more.
- Opportunity to work at a company where individuals are recognized and contribute significantly and directly to our success.
JM is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- general laborer: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19