Concrete Laborer

Emery Sapp & Sons • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

The Concrete Laborer supports day-to-day construction operations by assisting concrete crews with site preparation, concrete placement, and finishing activities on heavy civil and infrastructure projects. The role involves preparing job sites and materials, supporting concrete pours and curing, helping with forms and reinforcement, and maintaining safe and productive work areas. The laborer works with foremen, finishers, and crew members to meet quality and productivity standards and adapts to changing site conditions, weather, and pour schedules.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Construction experience required.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn and grow in concrete construction.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks in all weather conditions.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently or as part of a crew.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Concrete or heavy civil construction experience.
• Basic understanding of concrete forming, pouring, finishing, and curing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site preparation, form setup, rebar placement, concrete pouring, and finishing support.
• Prepare and clean job sites before and after concrete pours, including grading, compacting, and staging materials.
• Support placing, spreading, leveling, and curing concrete.
• Load, unload, and transport tools, forms, reinforcement materials, and other materials.
• Operate hand and power tools for forming, pouring, and finishing activities.
• Assist with setting and stripping forms, tying rebar, and installing embeds or anchor bolts.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, particularly around active pour operations.
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work with foremen, finishers, and crew members to meet quality and productivity standards.
• Adapt to changing site conditions, including weather and scheduling around concrete pours.
• Support continuous improvement and efficient, high-quality concrete operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED