Mortenson

Mortenson

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Laborer Journeyman

Prepare, handle, and supply materials, oversee laborers, and perform concrete tasks.

Cullowhee, North Carolina, United States
Full Time
Junior (1-3 years)

Job Highlights

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

About the Role

• Load and unload equipment. • Erect and dismantle scaffolding and staging (5x7x16). • Level ground for scaffolding installation. • Perform general cleanup, debris removal, sweeping, washing, and disposal. • Place, push, pull, and shovel concrete. • Provide work direction and guidance to Laborer I, II, Helpers, and Apprentice. • Collaborate effectively with diverse team members and organizational levels. • Operate power and hand tools, vibrators, pumps, drills, jackhammers, forklifts, skid loaders, and power buggies. • Perform repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements.

Key Responsibilities

  • scaffolding erection
  • equipment loading
  • concrete handling
  • tool operation
  • ground leveling
  • team supervision

What You Bring

Mortenson is currently seeking a Laborer Journeyman to prepare, handle, and supply materials for other trades. The role involves a variety of tasks on construction sites and requires coordination with team members. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. The company does not accept unsolicited agency communications and reserves the right to hire without legal or financial obligation to solicitations. Job postings typically remain open for a minimum of five days, with an average duration of 44 days. • Tend to mortar and grout, moving material between wheelbarrows and buckets. • Vibrate freshly placed concrete. • Complete a two-year apprenticeship program. • Preferable construction experience. • Demonstrate strong teamwork, positive attitude, professional customer service, attention to detail, active listening, and effective communication. • Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lb (over 50 lb with assistance or equipment).

Requirements

  • apprenticeship
  • construction
  • teamwork
  • communication
  • customer service
  • heavy lifting

Benefits

• Access to mental health care. • Eligibility for service awards. • Union-provided benefits including vacation, health insurance, pension, and job training.

Work Environment

Field

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