Union Laborer

The Christman Company•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

Christman Constructors, Inc. (CCI) is looking for Laborers in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This position requires union membership. We will support qualified candidates in becoming union members. What You Will Do: Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards. Assists with loading and unloading materials and equipment, distributing them to the appropriate locations as directed. Uses required tools to complete assigned tasks on the job site. Follows instructions from supervisors and implements construction plans. Assists other trades workers on the job site. Directs traffic during roadway construction, as required. Builds and takes down scaffolding or temporary structures, as required. Assists with maintenance of construction tools or equipment. Keeps immediate working area clean. Must use broom and wheelbarrows and follow material procedures. Identifies and reports safety hazards. Takes all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards. Demonstrates safe working practices and complies with all safety requirements. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Travel: Must have reliable transportation. Must be willing to travel 60 miles a day dependent on project location relative to where the employee lives. Required Education and Experience No minimum experience required. Union membership required. Preferred Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED. One (1) or more years of experience in commercial construction. The Christman family of companies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening. Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes): The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its' affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search. Use the dropdown filters to sort our job openings to start your career search! Join the Crew! Not ready to swing the hammer just yet? That’s okay! Submit your resume and contact info to stay on our radar for future builds. No hard hats required just yet—this isn’t a formal application, just a way to stay connected! Founded in 1894, Christman is a national, employee-owned construction firm offering construction management, general contracting, and design-build services. Taking a comprehensive approach to support our clients needs, our self-perform affiliates empower us to enhance project outcomes. With over 500 employee-owners, we unite great people in great achievement, delivering projects that align with clients' goals through a collaborative, one-team approach. Our family of companies’ expertise spans multiple market sectors, including healthcare, education, and historic preservation, providing tailored solutions that add value to every project. Together, we strive to #buildmore for our clients, communities, and team. Interested in exploring a career with Christman? We're looking for talented people who are passionate about construction and who value integrity, informed decision-making and collaboration.

Requirements

Must have reliable transportation.
Must be willing to travel 60 miles a day dependent on project location relative to where the employee lives.
No minimum experience required.
Union membership required.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED.
One (1) or more years of experience in commercial construction.

Responsibilities

Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
Assists with loading and unloading materials and equipment, distributing them to the appropriate locations as directed.
Uses required tools to complete assigned tasks on the job site.
Follows instructions from supervisors and implements construction plans.
Assists other trades workers on the job site.
Directs traffic during roadway construction, as required.
Builds and takes down scaffolding or temporary structures, as required.
Assists with maintenance of construction tools or equipment.
Keeps immediate working area clean.
Must use broom and wheelbarrows and follow material procedures.
Identifies and reports safety hazards.
Takes all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.
Demonstrates safe working practices and complies with all safety requirements.