Construction Worker - Building Repair

Morton Buildings Careers•Castleton, VT

About The Position

The Construction Service Crew Member is an active member of a team repairing building projects and helping provide customers with a positive construction experience. The role supports the construction team in promoting a positive attitude, meeting goals, and achieving company objectives. Crew members learn and apply Morton Buildings’ safety and construction procedures, methods, and standards; read and build according to construction plans; and complete building repairs and related construction tasks. Work includes a range of repairs and installations, such as doors, windows, siding, roofing, skylights, posts, splashboards, gutters, footings, framing, and trim. The role requires safe use of hand tools and specialized equipment, adaptability to different repairs, and collaboration with crew members in a respectful and productive environment. Work may involve hot or cold weather, high climbing, heavy lifting, and travel, including overnight stays possibly up to two weeks at a time. The position requires 25% travel. Crew members may work 9–10 hours during peak construction season. The hourly salary is $22.00 to $24.00, based on experience. Construction crew positions are eligible for three years of progressive pay increases based on experience, required training, and attendance. New crew members can earn an additional $2,000 during their first year through quarterly $500 bonuses, subject to applicable withholding taxes.

Requirements

Willingness to participate in and complete a training program.
Ability to take direction and produce quality work efficiently.
Agreement to comply with all safety processes and procedures.
Willingness to maintain and operate construction tools safely and properly.
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and at various heights, up to 40 feet.
Ability to lift 50 pounds as a standard requirement, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work 9–10 hours during peak construction season.
Ability to travel 25%, including possible overnight travel for up to two weeks at a time.

Nice To Haves

Building construction (post-frame), carpentry, or framing experience, whether on the job or in school.
A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Learn, keep current with, and apply Morton Buildings’ safety and construction procedures, methods, and standards to every building.
Read, understand, and build according to construction plans.
Complete building repair work, including sliding door, walk door, and window replacement; residing and roofing; skylight replacement; rotten post and splashboard repairs; gutters and downspouts; and general building maintenance.
Dig and install footings; frame walls and roof structures; install windows, entry doors, other doors, and door openings; install siding and roofing materials; and finish work with metal and wood trims.
Operate construction hand tools and specialized equipment safely and effectively.
Work with other crew personnel in a safe, organized, productive, and respectful environment.
Adapt to different types of repairs and troubleshoot or problem-solve as needed.
Help organize materials and plan daily activities.