What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Laborer Apprentice - CNY/Syracuse position at Merit Apprenticeship Alliance, Inc.?
Apprentice - Laborer -Central New York/Syracuse
Earn while you learn! Apprenticeship is the other “4-year” degree – without any student debt! Apply online at OUR APPRENTICES – Merit Apprenticeship Alliance (meritalliance.org)
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 $17 per 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).
You MUST apply online at OUR APPRENTICES – Merit Apprenticeship Alliance (meritalliance.org)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Liverpool, NY 13088 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Liverpool, NY 13088: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $21
