Apprentice - Laborer -Hudson Valley
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Want to be part of something that will last for years? A career in construction may be your destination.

The Merit Apprenticeship Alliance is seeking hardworking, honest, healthy minded Laborer apprentices.

The Merit Apprenticeship Alliance will provide you with on-the-job training (OJT) (through employment with our contractors) and classroom training in the Laborer trade (the cost of training is paid from the benefit fund).

On-the-job training involves physical labor in heavy highway, building and environmental construction.

Sounds ok, but what is the pay?

On prevailing wage projects (sometimes known as ‘union’ scale), first term apprentices will earn between $17 and $21.45 per hour. All wages will increase every 6-12 months. On private projects (during the slow season) first term apprentices will earn at least $17per hour. Typically, apprentices work mostly on public projects.

Want more? The Alliance provides full benefits that include health insurance, training, supplemental unemployment, holiday, vacation and a pension – these benefits are part of your compensation and are worth at least $18.50 per hour.

Interested? We are looking for someone who…

· has a basic knowledge of materials, methods and tools of construction.

· is at least 18 years of age and has completed 10th grade.

· possesses a valid driver’s license.

· can provide their own reliable transportation to and from jobs sites and all classroom training (related instruction).

· is willing to travel “out of town” for related instruction and employment assignments (travel expenses are paid).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Construction: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• driver's license (Required)

Work Location: On the road