Skilled Trades – Laborer, Carpenter, Operator

Skilled Trades – Laborer, Carpenter, Operator

Join our union‑signatory construction team supporting large‑scale industrial and civil projects. We seek experienced and safety‑focused Construction Laborers, Carpenters, and Operators to perform key tasks under the collective bargaining agreement. Travel to job sites across MN, WI, ND, SD, IA, CO, and MI is required.

As a member of our team, you will perform responsibilities aligned with your trade scope while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to union standards.

Common to All Roles:

• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean worksite.
• Perform physically demanding tasks in outdoor environments (climbing, lifting, stooping, walking, heights up to 100′, confined spaces).
• Operate basic hand and power tools; assist other craft personnel.
• Arrive promptly and remain focused on safety—report hazards and use PPE correctly (hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel‑toe boots).
• Pass background check, pre‑hire, and random drug testing.

• Assist carpenters, operators, welders, fabricators, etc.
• Clean, sweep, remove debris; erect and dismantle scaffolding and temporary structures.
• Load, unload, identify, and distribute materials; operate shovels, rakes, jackhammers, mixers, torches, and small hoists.
• Use PFAS and fall‑protection systems.

• Measure, cut, and assemble lumber, plywood, and formwork for concrete.
• Set and remove forms; erect scaffolding; perform finishing work.
• Read blueprints, sketches, and form drawings; ensure plumb, true grade, and structure integrity.
• Estimate materials; organize tasks solo or with crew; use fall‑protection and PFAS.
• Require 5+ years’ carpentry experience, layout proficiency, personal toolset; school diploma and union signatory compliance.

• Operate heavy equipment (cranes, hoists, and other machinery) safely and efficiently.
• Plan and execute lifts; read capacity charts; use rigging and conduct daily inspections.
• React to alarms, coordinate travel of loads, respond to hand/voice signals.
• Inspect and maintain equipment; adhere to operator manual.
• Hold valid certifications for equipment operated; 5–10 years’ heavy civil construction experience; medical fitness exam required.

• Physically fit; able to lift 94 lbs or more; climb heights; use PPE; safe work habits.
• Reliable transportation and ability to comply with union agreements.
• Laborer:
  On‑the‑job training acceptable; familiarity with PFAS systems.
• Carpenter: 5+ years’ experience; proficiency in reading blueprints; personal toolset; high school diploma.
• Operator:
  Valid equipment certifications; 5–10 years’ experience; medical fitness.

Wages and benefits governed by the current local union labor agreement.

Submit your application via , clearly indicating which trade you are applying for:
Laborer, Carpenter, or Operator. Include your certification/license (for operators), tool list (for carpenters), and relevant experience details.

Message type:
Informational; you will receive text messages regarding your application and potentially interview scheduling. Message frequency will vary. Msg. & data rates may apply. OPT out at any time by texting “Stop”.