LABORER

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this position is to produce high quality concrete product with a focus on safety and efficiency.

WHY WORK FOR US?

At Wells, we empower our team members to deliver an exceptional client experience. Our employees are talented problem solvers that shine in preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. They bring innovative solutions that yield outstanding results.

In the design and construction industry, we focus on honesty and hard work to build trust that lasts beyond individual projects. Our team is consistently working to improve building processes and raise industry standards. We meet our partners' needs through collaborative efforts that ensure safe and certain results, reducing risks along the way. Together, we help businesses and individuals succeed and change our communities for the better.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

Wells values our employees and is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

Please note that the benefits listed here are for non-union employees. Benefits for union employees are covered under separate collective bargaining agreements which can be obtained through their union business agent or their HR representative.

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid premiums for short- and long-term disability, and life insurance
• Wellness Incentives
• Paid holidays
• Flex spending for medical and daycare
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401(k) plan with profit sharing
• Access to Nice Healthcare
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Wishbone Pet Insurance
• Critical Illness Benefit Plan
• Accident Insurance Plan
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Plan

Other benefits include Health and Family Care leave for both union and non-union employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stripping forms by pulling finished cured goods from forms and loading onto trailer
• Cleaning forms after product is removed using a scraper, steel wool, shovels, sanders, solvents, etc.
• Setting up forms for pouring, including cutting and placing rebar, pulling or “stressing” rebar strand, tying mesh, and installing imbeds (including plates, vectors and core walls)
• Pouring concrete, including placing, raking, shoveling concrete
• Finishing concrete using various tools/methods such as smooth float, steel trowel, brooming, raking and power trowels to achieve a desired finish
• Performing plant cleanup/housekeeping including putting away tools, sweeping debris and cleaning cluttered areas
• Adhering to safety standards
• Operating machinery
• Operating overhead cranes
• Operating a fork-lift
• Driving truck, trailer, tractor and/or Tucker

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Previous experience working as a laborer preferred
• Concrete finishing a plus, but not required
• Ability to read blueprints and a tape measure preferred
• Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools
• Must be able to climb ladders, push/pull carts, cables and other equipment
• Ability to get to work on time, daily
• Ability to work outside year-round (if required)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Physically able to lift up to 75 lbs, occasionally
• Physically able to push, pull, lift, bend, climb, kneel, twist, squat, crawl and use hands/forearms repetitively and frequently
• Ability to move around for up to 12 hours per day
• Ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, swing stages and man lifts at various heights frequently

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Moderate to high risk of exposure to unusual elements
• Moderate to high risk of safety precautions
• Moderate to high exposure to production environment
• Wet, hot, humid, and wintry conditions (weather related) (plant specific)
• Ability to work outside year-round (plant specific)

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be assigned by his/her supervisor.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.