Entry-Level Laborer

Summary

The entry-level laborer has limited or no experience in commercial concrete construction yet brings an excellent attitude with a willingness to learn, work hard, and improve their skills. This role supports all functions of commercial concrete projects through housekeeping, toting materials, setting formwork, shoring, and placing concrete. Entry-level laborers are exposed to several main types of commercial concrete work, including sub-structures, elevated structures, parking ramps, and tilt, to name a few.

These structures allow the entry-level laborer to understand footings, mass footings, walls, columns, shoring, decking, formwork systems, gang forms, reinforcing, and post-tension systems. Communicating effectively with supervisors, teammates, and other trades is expected as well as asking questions to increase growth and development.

• Safely perform general labor tasks on concrete construction sites, including using power and common hand tools.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including a hard hat, high-visibility apparel, and additional protection as required by the task.
• Move materials by hand, prepare for concrete placement, install shoring, and maintain clean, well-organized job sites.
• Work in a variable environment, both indoors and outdoors. When required, work during inclement weather, including extreme heat/cold.
• Communicate effectively with crew lead, foreman, and superintendent on safety, ask questions, and problem-solve.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and Responsibilities are not comprehensive and can be changed at any time, with or without notice.

• Leather work boots (steel or composite toe protection is recommended)
• Hand Tools
  • Hammer
  • Hammer Loop/Holster
  • Measuring Tape
• Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/job location(s).
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

• 6‑12 months of construction experience.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30.

• Weekly pay
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plans, with discretionary employer-matching
• Holiday pay (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)

Our goal is to offer an unparalleled career progression that is not precisely pre‑determined, rather it builds on the teammate’s strengths, interests, and pursuits as the individual gains experience, grows, and develops in their career. You would be hard-pressed to find another ENR Top 6 Commercial Concrete Company that parallels Kent Companies.

This position works in a typical construction site environment. This position requires long periods of standing and should be able to lift 80 pounds.

This is a full-time field position. Typical hours will range from 45-50 hours per week and are subject to change. This role requires working nontypical days and irregular hours based on construction schedules.

This position reports directly to each job site and requires personal transportation. Job sites beyond a 30-mile radius of the main office are eligible for mileage reimbursement at the current federal rate. Additionally, for projects requiring a commute longer than 90 miles from the main office, employees are eligible for per diem, the amount of which will be determined by the project.

130 60th Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548

At Kent Companies, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Kent Companies’ does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic…