Laborer Co-Op - Louisville, KY

Messer Construction Co. is an award-winning construction manager and general contractor offering leadership for complex commercial building projects. We are accepting applications for Laborer Co‑Ops interested in advancing their construction careers. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of commercial construction and remodeling practices and a comprehensive understanding of procedures, techniques, tools, equipment, materials, specifications, quality and cost control measures and safety requirements associated with commercial building.

We build where we live, and it shows. When you take charge of your career through professional growth and collaboration, you can’t help but feel your impact on the community and the industry. We are a commercial construction company committed to building better.

• General and final cleanup
• Distribution / cleanup of power hand-tools / extension cords / generators
• Dewatering activities / set‑up water pumps and hoses
• Manual moving of formwork, lumber, resteel and material / accessories
• Hand excavation and backfill
• Hand grade sub‑base
• Place vapor barrier / board insulation
• Place and tie resteel
• Placing concrete from a truck, pump, bucket, buggy, conveyor, etc.
• Rake concrete / screed concrete / edge concrete / broom finish concrete
• Vibrate concrete
• Place concrete blankets
• Strip/ wreck, clean and oiling of formwork
• General / selective demolition of masonry, drywall, plaster, partitions of all types, ceilings of all types, finishes of all types
• Use of demolition tools: jack hammer, air tools, sledge hammer, etc.
• Use of cutoff saw
• Use a cutting torch
• Other tasks as directed by supervisor

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of three years’ experience in commercial construction
• Candidates must have reliable transportation
• Be willing to work within a 50 mile radius
• Be able to work in a variety of seasonal and weather conditions

We provide an excellent and comprehensive compensation package with unlimited opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Messer is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. Messer is committed to a diverse workforce.