Flatwork Laborer
Job in
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50301, USA
Listed on 2026-06-03
Listing for:
D.R. Horton, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-03
Job specializations:
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Construction
Construction Labor / Trades, Heavy Equipment Operator, Building Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Flatwork Laborer.
The right candidate will support the installation of residential concrete flatwork including driveways, sidewalks, patios, and related exterior surfaces within active homebuilding communities. This role performs manual labor tasks associated with site preparation, forming, pouring, finishing support, and cleanup while working under the direction of a Foreman or Crew Lead.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
* Assist with site preparation including grading, clearing debris, and preparing subgrade for concrete flatwork installation
* Support form setting and layout activities by placing, aligning, and securing forms according to job specifications
* Perform concrete placement support including spreading, leveling, and assisting finishers during pouring operations
* Handle materials and tools such as rebar, mesh, forms, and finishing equipment required for flatwork installation
* Assist with concrete finishing tasks including edging, jointing, and surface preparation under supervision
* Maintain job-site cleanliness and organization by removing debris, cleaning tools, and ensuring safe working conditions
* Follow safety protocols and proper equipment usage, including use of personal protective equipment and adherence to company safety standards
* Support crew productivity by completing assigned tasks efficiently to meet daily production goals and construction schedules
* Load, unload, and transport materials and equipment between job sites as needed
* Assist with basic maintenance and care of tools and equipment used in concrete operations
* Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
* Ability to work overtime
Education and/or Experience
* High school diploma or equivalent preferred
* 0-2 years of construction or general labor experience
* Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor conditions
* Ability to follow established safety procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe and organized jobsite
* Ability to stand and walk for 4 hours straight or up to a full 8-hour day; sit for extended periods; kneel and bend at the waist; climb, balance and stoop, crouch or crawl; walk up and down stairs; walk on unlevel terrain; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision
* Regular exposure to extreme weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places and risk of electrical shock. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form or via DRH applications
* The noise level is generally loud
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in concrete or construction labor
* Familiarity with residential construction job sites
* Basic understanding of hand tools and construction equipment
Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
* Medical, Dental and Vision
* 401(K)
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan
* Flex Spending Accounts
* Life & Disability Insurance
* Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
* Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits
Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America's Builder. #We Build People Too
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