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Construction Laborer

SERVPRO, Ames, IA, United States

Duration: Full Time


Construction Laborer

Servpro is looking for a Construction Laborer. In this role, you will manage a wide range of functions on all construction projects. Key responsibilities include:

  • Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
  • Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
  • Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob, level or laser level.
  • Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saw.
  • Assemble and fasten materials to make framework or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
  • Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, windows, floors, and other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, carpenter's hand tools, and power tools.
  • Measure, cut and install trim, baseboard and casing with accuracy. Must be able to apply different applications properly.
  • Fill cracks and other defects in plaster or plasterboard and sand patch, using patching plaster, trowel, and sanding tool.

Position requirements include:

  • High school diploma/GED
  • Previous construction management experience
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
  • Excellent organizational and leadership skills
  • Ability to meet established production goals and maintain profitability
  • Effective written and oral communication

Skills/physical demands/competencies include:

  • Exposure to extreme conditions such as heat
  • Ability to walk and/or stand for long periods of times (i.e., driving, sitting, climbing)
  • Ability to climb ladders and work at ceiling heights
  • Exposure to noise levels at jobsites that can be loud
  • Ability to successfully complete a background check subject to applicable law

Each SERVPRO Franchise is independently owned and operated. All employees of a SERVPRO Franchise are hired by, employed by, and under the sole supervision and control of an independently owned and operated Servpro Franchise. Servpro Franchise employees are not employed by, jointly employed by, agents of or under the supervision or control of Servpro Industries, LLC or Servpro Franchisor, LLC (the Franchisor), in any manner whatsoever. All Sample Forms provided by Servpro Industries to Servpro Franchises should be reviewed and approved by the Franchise's attorney for compliance with Federal, State and Local laws. All Sample Forms are provided for informational purposes and Servpro Franchises may choose whether or not to use them.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.