Laborer Journeyman

at Mortenson Construction in Itasca, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Mortenson's success is not a matter of luck; it's a result of our ingenuity, expertise, and exceptional people coupled with our unparalleled focus on customer service. Our foundation and culture are based upon our company values of trust, safety, teamwork, responsibility, service, and stewardship. We are inspired by a compelling purpose to build structures and facilities for the advancement of modern society and a mission to create an exceptional customer experience. Mortenson has built a reputation for being a leader in our industry and in the communities in which we live and work.
As a Laborer Journeyman, your primary duties include preparation, handling, and supplying of materials to be used by other crafts.
Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites
Scaffold builder certified
Erect and dismantle scaffolding (5X7X16) and staging
Level ground for scaffolding
Tend mortar and grout
Lift, unload, move, set, shovel mortar and grout between wheelbarrows and buckets
General cleanup and clearing of debris, including sweeping, cleaning, washing, and unloading or burning debris
Placing, pushing, pulling, and shoveling concrete
Vibrating concrete
All other duties as assigned
All team members are expected to demonstrate the following characteristics:
Cooperate with others when in a team environment
Accept direction from supervisors
Follow work rules and procedures
Punctual and consistent attendance
Accept constructive feedback
Ability to work with tools and equipment such as, power and non-powered hand tools, vibrators, pumps, drills and jackhammers, forklifts, skid loaders and power buggy's
Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, crouch, kneel, climb, and periodically lift up to 50 lbs.
Strong teamwork orientation
Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
Detail oriented
Ability to multitask
Education and Experience Requirements
Requires two-year apprenticeship program completion
Experience in construction preferred but not required
EEO is the Law

Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.