Construction Worker Job at Midlands Contracting, Inc. in Kearney

Overview

We are currently seeking a skilled Construction Worker to join our growing construction company. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, willingness to travel, and dependability are a must.

Responsibilities

• Assist the main pipe layer in laying push joint pipe including sanitary sewer, storm sewer and water main


• Shovel dirt and bedding during pipe laying operations


• Assist carpenters with the building of concrete structures. This includes setting forms, pouring concrete and tie rebar


• Run compaction equipment for backfill operations around pipe, manholes and concrete structures


• Operate heavy equipment consistent with skill level and training


• Complete other manual labor tasks associated with projects


• Work manual labor outside in a variety of weather and environmental settings

Requirements

• Work manual labor outside in a variety of weather and environmental settings


• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds individually or as a team when carrying loads heavier than 50 pounds


• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time


• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl throughout each day


• Willingness to abide by all safety rules. Safety training will be provided on the job and via formal training


• Valid driver's license preferred but not required


• Ability to pass a pre-employment (post-offer) drug screen


• Must be authorized to work in the US


• Travel: 50+ hours per week (no weekend work) though some projects require being out of town Monday-Friday (home on weekends). Transportation provided from Kearney, NE when working out of town. Paid travel time. Hotel paid by company. Nightly per diem for meals when working out of town.


• Salary: $22-$24 per hour depending on experience

Benefits

• Paid vacations, PTO, and holidays


• Health Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members


• Life Insurance: Company pays half of the premiums for employee and family members


• 401k plan including company match (immediate vesting of company match)


• Cafeteria/Flexible Benefits Plan


• Aflac Supplemental Insurance