Construction Worker - Building Repair

at Morton Buildings Inc. in Litchfield, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

Morton Buildings, Inc. is the industry leader in post-frame construction. We have been in business for 120 years and have more than 10 manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping plants servicing over 100 construction centers nationwide. Per year, across America, thousands of new buildings sport the familiar Morton M.
The Construction Service Crew Member is an active member of a team repairing building projects that provide a positive construction experience for the customer. This position plays an important role in helping the construction team promote a positive attitude, set and meet goals and achieve company objectives.
Salary is $20.00 to $22.00 per hour based on experience.
Bonus! Earn an additional $2000 your first year. New crew members receive an additional $500 bonus every quarter during their first year of employment with Morton Buildings. These bonuses are subject to all applicable withholding taxes.
Job Description
Learn, keep current with and apply the Morton Buildings' safety and construction procedures, methods, and standards to every building, everyday
Demonstrate the ability to read, understand and build according to construction plans
Efficiently execute tasks needed to complete a quality building (repairing) including but not limited to: sliding door, walk door and window replacement residing and roofing, replacing sky lights, rotten post and splashboard repairs, gutters and down spouts, and general building maintenance digging and installing footings, framing walls and roof structures, installing windows, entry and other doors and door openings, installing various siding and roofing materials including hi-rib steel, shingles, wood and other siding materials and mortarless masonry units, finishing with metal and wood trims
Operate construction hand tools and other specialized equipment safely, efficiently and effectively.
Display an ability and willingness to adapt to a flexible work schedule and work in various types of weather conditions (hot and cold)
Exhibit an ability to work in a physically demanding environment including various situations that will include high climbing and heavy lifting of objects
Work with other crew personnel in a safe, organized, productive and enjoyable work environment treating everyone with dignity and respect
Be able to adapt to different type of repairs and think outside the box.
The ability to trouble shoot or problem solve.
Willing to advance
Help organize materials and plan for the daily activities
QUALIFICATIONS
Building construction (post-frame), carpentry or framing experience preferred (on the job or in school)
Willingness to participate in and complete a training program
A valid driver's license is preferred; Class A CDL is highly desired.
Available to work 9-10 hours during peak construction season.
Ability to take direction
Produce quality work in an efficient manner
Agree to comply with all our safety processes and procedures
Willingness to maintain and operate construction tools in a safe and proper manner
Ability to operate specialized safety equipment efficiently and effectively
Standard weight lifting requirements - 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds
Capable of working in a physically demanding environment and at various heights (up to 40 feet)
This position requires 20% travel, which includes overnight travel possibly up to two weeks at a time.
Benefits include:
$500 quarterly retention bonus for the first year of employment
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Excellent medical/dental/prescription coverage
Life Insurance
Safety incentives
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Bad weather pay
401K Opportunity
Morton Buildings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. All candidates offered employment will be subject to a pre-placement test which does include a drug screen.

Morton Buildings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.  All candidates offered employment will be subject to a pre-placement test which does include a physical and drug screen.