We’re looking to hire a General Laborer to join our team. These positions are Full-time. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of the following : Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities : A General Laborer for Absolute Group (AG) is responsible for a variety of labor duties within our divisions.

• Basic functions include : cleaning and preparing construction sites; loading and unloading materials and equipment; digging trenches, compacting, and backfilling trenches / holes;
• operating and tending machinery and equipment; erecting and dismantling scaffolding and temporary structures; assemble / disassemble concrete forms, footings, and wall forms;
• pour concrete at job sites; jobsite preparation for soil erosion control and prevention; general landscaping; following instructions from supervisors and implementing construction plans;
• assisting skilled tradesmen in their duties; daily jobsite clean-up; ensure safe work environment; interact professionally with customers, trade partners, and suppliers / vendors;

wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Take guidance and direction from supervisor Performance Requirements : Knowledge : Ability to use a tape measure accurately Understanding of job tasks and timing Problem solving Commitment and adhere to the AG Core Values (Dependable, Driven, Fearless, Respectful, Family) Ability to always remain alert Skills and Abilities : Commitment and adhere to the AG Core Values (Dependable, Driven, Fearless, Respectful, Family) Ability to always remain alert Working Conditions : Field environment Physical surroundings : Municipal, commercial, and residential construction sites Adverse working environment Work may be stressful due to continual interaction with others, long hours required and nature of the construction environment.

Physical Effort : Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this role including prolonged walking, bending, standing, stooping, and reaching.

Lifting up to 75 pounds at times. Local Travel : Occasional, mostly within the central Iowa region only Overtime Hours : Varies due to workload and bidding schedule The Absolute Group Difference The Absolute Group prides itself in its company core values, and we like to think it’s one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest of the field.

Our team is Driven, taking on each task with a can-do attitude and always putting our People First , whether that’s who we’re working with day-to-day or the employees that keep our company up and running.

We’re nothing without our customers, our team, our families, even our competitors, and remembering this is key to keeping us Respectful and Humble in all that we do.

We’re Determined to be Dependable , to be relied on, and we don’t stop until the job is done. And, of course, we’re thinkers.

It’s our Fearless Forward-Thinking that saves us time and money and keeps us up with the times. Hard Work Pays Off When you work hard for us, we work hard for you.

And that’s exactly why we offer our crews the most competitive benefits package the construction industry has to offer. As an Absolute Group employee you will receive : Competitive pay 100% Employer Paid Health Insurance Premiums Employee stock ownership plan enrollment after one year of service Life, Medical, Vision and Dental insurance coverage Accident, Cancer, and Critical Illness insurance coverage 401k enrollment options Family-focused environment Company-sponsored outings and events Absolute Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this position.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions.

Absolute Group reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete, and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities, and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of the business.

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Last updated : 2024-04-06