General Laborer

Absolute Group • Granger, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for General Laborers to join our Erosion Control Division. Laborers are responsible for a variety of labor duties, basic functions include jobsite preparation for soil erosion control and prevention, general landscaping, loading and unloading of materials, tools and equipment, following instructions from supervisors, implementing construction plans, assisting skilled workers in their duties, daily jobsite clean-up and ensuring a safe work environment. Ideal candidates will have a basic understanding of agricultural labor, but every candidate must have a willingness to learn. Daily responsibilities for a Laborer include installing silt fence, hydro-seeding, matting, tree planting, and grading. Previous farm, agriculture, and/or landscape experience preferred but not required.

These positions are Full-time. Average work week is 40 - 50 hours per week.

Requirements

• Ability to show up to work on time
• Ability to adapt to a variety of different labor assignments
• Willingness to learn new skills and have a positive attitude
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions
• Physical strength and stamina to perform tasks with hands and lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day
• Adhere to all safety policies and precautions; wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to take guidance and direction from supervisor
• Commitment and adherence to the AG Core Values (Dependable, Driven, Fearless, Respectful, Family)

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of agricultural labor
• Previous farm, agriculture, and/or landscape experience

Responsibilities

• Jobsite preparation for soil erosion control and prevention
• General landscaping
• Loading and unloading of materials, tools and equipment
• Following instructions from supervisors
• Implementing construction plans
• Assisting skilled workers in their duties
• Daily jobsite clean-up
• Ensuring a safe work environment
• Installing silt fence
• Hydro-seeding
• Matting
• Tree planting
• Grading

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Voluntary insurance coverage options - Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Short & Long Term Disability Insurance coverages
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401k with company match
• Family-focused environment
• Company-sponsored outings and events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed