Construction Laborers

Who We Are

For over 116 years and across four generations of family ownership, Brooks Construction Company, Inc. has stood for Family, Integrity, Respect, Safety, Teamwork, and Quality in the civil construction industry. Based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with over 270 employees, Brooks Construction provides asphalt, concrete, earthwork, and pipe operations across northern Indiana and northwestern Ohio using best practices and innovative techniques to give our customers a quality product.

Job Summary

Construction Laborers at Brooks Construction Company, Inc. support field operations and may be assigned to any of the following types of crews: Asphalt Paving, Concrete, or Dirt/Pipe/Prep. Individuals in this role must be open to construction labor work on any of these crew types. They will perform general labor duties in a safe, efficient, and proper manner to help achieve a quality finished product. This position may also include duties such as traffic control (flagging), placing or picking up cones/barrels, and other miscellaneous responsibilities as directed.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform general labor duties on Brooks Construction crews
• Perform traffic control (flagging) duties as required
• Place and pick up traffic control materials (cones, barrels, etc.)
• Assist with shoveling, lifting, carrying materials, tools, and equipment
• Maintain worksite safety and follow all protocols

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist others in department as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and long hours/overtime
• Must have reliable transportation with the ability and willingness to travel up to a 90-mile radius from our office (at employee's expense)
• Must be willing to abide by our Drug Free & Alcohol-Free Workplace policies
• Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons and all weather conditions (including rain, snow, extreme heat/cold, water, mud, dust, etc.)
• Must have exceptional attendance, punctuality, dependability, reliability, and work ethic
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Must be a team player
• Must be able to work independently, without continuous supervision

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a construction environment
• Previous hands-on construction experience in horizontal/civil construction is preferred

Physical Requirements

• Lifting/Carrying: Up to 50 lbs. frequently
• Pushing/Pulling: Up to 50 lbs. frequently
• Movement Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and occasionally reaching above shoulder level, climbing and crawling
• Use of Hands: Frequent use of hands for grasping and handling materials

Working Environment:

• Individual will be working in a field environment.
• Individual will be working with internal customers (Foremen / Superintendents)

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

• How to Apply:
• Online: Visit brooks1st.com/jobs to access our online Employment Application by clicking "View Open Positions and Apply Now!". Please include a resume if you have one.

Salary : $23 - $31