Apprentice

Strittmatter•Washington, DC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Strittmatter Metro, LLC. is seeking Apprentices looking to build a career in the Excavation Industry. Apprentices will receive three years of training by working on construction jobsites, and in the classroom. Apprentices work year-round with a generous benefits package. Strittmatter Metro, LLC. is a family-owned and operated company specializing in excavation, demolition, and utilities for government and commercial projects. The Company is the premier choice for site-work solutions in the District of Columbia. Summary of the Apprenticeship program: Learn by assisting skilled journeymen in their duties Training and certification for traffic management Perform general laborer work to include jobsite clean-up and moving of materials by hand Learn to operate heavy construction equipment used in the excavation industry to include bobcats, mini excavators, bull dozers, articulated off-road trucks, track and tire loaders, and excavators. The training will be in accordance with the Company and OSHA procedures. Apprentices will be taught how to complete a pre- and post-trip inspection on the machinery. Attend offsite classroom training Work at the direction of the Foreman to perform all related tasks assigned

Requirements

Ability to work in a safe manner in a construction zone
Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills
Read and comprehend related training materials and policies
Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs, such as stand, bend, stoop, lift, and walk for long periods of time
Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change
Must possess the ability to use different tools such as picks, shovels, rakes, etc.
Ability to lift, carry or push/pull supplies, materials equipment and/or items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to pass a thirteen-panel drug test
Must be able to pass a background check
Must be reliable, responsible and dependable
Must be able to work in all types of weather, and changing weather conditions
Ability to work well in a team environment, and independently with minimal supervision
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, listening, and written) and work with personnel in stressful situations

Responsibilities

Learn by assisting skilled journeymen in their duties
Training and certification for traffic management
Perform general laborer work to include jobsite clean-up and moving of materials by hand
Learn to operate heavy construction equipment used in the excavation industry to include bobcats, mini excavators, bull dozers, articulated off-road trucks, track and tire loaders, and excavators.
The training will be in accordance with the Company and OSHA procedures.
Apprentices will be taught how to complete a pre- and post-trip inspection on the machinery.
Attend offsite classroom training
Work at the direction of the Foreman to perform all related tasks assigned