Skilled Laborer

Career Opportunities with Kent Companies

Summary
The experienced laborer (skilled) has multiple years in concrete construction with a solid understanding of formwork fundamentals. While expected to complete general labor tasks as needed, this position is adept at utilizing all associated power tools, can set and strip formwork, erect and dismantle shoring systems, place concrete and rig loads, signal the crane, and operate motorized equipment. Experienced laborers are adept at measurement, critical thinking, and problem‑solving, particularly in custom formwork, embeds, reinforcing, and elevation/grade.

Effective communication with field leads, teammates, and other trades is expected, as is a demonstrated motivation for continued growth and development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely perform general labor tasks on concrete construction sites, including power and standard hand tools.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including a hard hat, high‑visibility apparel, and additional protection as required by the task.
• Utilize measurement and carpentry skills to build custom formwork.
• Moving materials by hand, preparing for concrete placement, installation of shoring, and maintaining clean, well‑organized job sites.
• Setting and placing forms, building and dismantling formwork, erecting and dismantling shoring, and placing concrete into forms.
• Utilize elevation specifications to accurately set up a laser leveling system and establish grade and grade lines.
• Place and tie reinforcing steel and install embeds to specification.
• Work in a variable environment, both indoors and outdoors. When required, work during inclement weather, including extreme heat/cold.
• Communicate effectively with your crew lead, foreman, and superintendent on safety, ask questions and problem‑solve.

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

Required Experience, Education, and Qualifications

• 2+ years of consistent concrete construction experience.
• Leather work boots (steel or composite toe protection are recommended)
• Hand Tools
  • Hammer
  • Hammer Loop/Holster
  • Measuring Tape
  • Speed Square
  • Mag and Margin Trowels
  • Utility Knives
• 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.

Preferred education and experience

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30.
• Certification in equipment operations such as telehandlers and aerial lifts.
• Experience with various formwork and shoring systems.

Benefits
Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

• 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)

Perks associated with this role.
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.

Work Environment/Physical Demand
This position works outside at job locations, traveling to the field to work and supervise projects daily. This position will demand long periods of walking, standing, and working in all sorts of weather (hot, cold, and rainy days).

Position type, travel, and expected hours of work.
This full‑time field position requires travel to local job locations in and around Traverse City, MI. Typical hours will range from 45‑50 hours per week and are…