Mortenson

Mortenson

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Laborer Journeyman

Prepare, supply, and handle materials, operate equipment, and guide labor staff on site.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States
28 - 28 USD
Full Time
Junior (1-3 years)

Job Highlights

Environment
Onsite
Visa Sponsorship
-visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. -must be currently legally authorized to work in the u.s. without sponsorship.

About the Role

• Load and unload equipment. • Erect and dismantle 5'x7'x16' scaffolding and staging; level ground for scaffolding. • Tend mortar and grout; lift, move, set, and shovel between wheelbarrows and buckets. • Perform general cleanup, debris removal, sweeping, washing, and disposal or burning of debris. • Place, push, pull, and shovel concrete; vibrate concrete as needed. • Provide work direction and guidance to Laborer I, II, helpers, and apprentices. • Build effective relationships with diverse colleagues and organizational levels.

Key Responsibilities

  • equipment handling
  • scaffolding erection
  • mortar handling
  • concrete placement
  • site cleanup
  • team supervision

What You Bring

Mortenson is hiring a Journeyman Laborer to support construction projects by preparing, handling, and supplying materials to other trades. The role requires legal authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. • Completed a two‑year apprenticeship program. • Construction experience preferred. • Proficient with hand and power tools, vibrators, pumps, drills, jackhammers, forklifts, skid loaders, and power buggies. • Strong teamwork orientation, positive attitude, professional customer service, detail‑oriented, and effective communication. • Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements; lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lb (over 50 lb with assistance or equipment).

Requirements

  • apprenticeship
  • construction
  • power tools
  • teamwork
  • heavy lifting
  • work authorization

Benefits

• Base pay starts at $28.33 per hour, adjusted for knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. • Medical, prescription drug, and vision coverage at no additional cost for eligible non‑craft employees working 25+ hrs/week. • Dental plan. • 401(k) retirement plan with generous Mortenson match. • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves. • Employer‑paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance. • No‑cost mental health tools and concierge services. • Tuition reimbursement. • Adoption assistance. • Gym membership discount program.

Work Environment

Onsite

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