Construction Worker - Building Repair

Morton Buildings, Inc. is the industry leader in post-frame construction, with over 120 years in business and more than 10 manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping plants servicing over 100 construction centers nationwide.

About the role

The Construction Service Crew Member is an active member of a team repairing building projects to provide a positive construction experience for the customer. This position plays an important role in helping the construction team promote a positive attitude, set and meet goals, and achieve company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Learn, keep current with, and apply Morton Buildings’ safety and construction procedures, methods, and standards to every building, every day.
• Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and build according to construction plans.
• Efficiently execute tasks needed to complete a quality building repair, including but not limited to:
  • Sliding door, walk door, and window replacement
  • Residing and roofing, replacing skylights, rotten post and splashboard repairs
  • Gutters and downspouts, and general building maintenance
  • Digging and installing footings, framing walls and roof structures
  • Installing windows, entry and other doors and door openings
  • Installing various siding and roofing materials including hi-rib steel, shingles, wood, and other siding materials and mortarless masonry units
  • Finishing with metal and wood trims
• Operate construction hand tools and other specialized equipment safely, efficiently, and effectively.
• Display an ability and willingness to adapt to a flexible work schedule and work in various types of weather conditions (hot and cold).
• Exhibit an ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including high climbing and heavy lifting of objects.
• Work with other crew personnel in a safe, organized, productive, and enjoyable work environment, treating everyone with dignity and respect.
• Adapt to different types of repairs and think outside the box; troubleshoot or problem-solve.
• Help organize materials and plan for daily activities.

Requirements

• Building construction (post-frame), carpentry, or framing experience preferred (on the job or in school).
• Willingness to participate in and complete a training program.
• A valid driver’s license is preferred; Class A CDL is highly desired.
• Available to work 9-10 hours during peak construction season.
• Ability to take direction and produce quality work in an efficient manner.
• Agree to comply with all safety processes and procedures.
• Willingness to maintain and operate construction tools in a safe and proper manner.
• Standard weight lifting requirements: 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Capable of working in a physically demanding environment and at various heights (up to 40 feet).
• This position requires 30% travel, which includes overnight travel possibly up to two weeks at a time.

Pay

Salary is $21.00 to $23.00 per hour based on experience. Earn an additional $2,000 in your first year, plus a $500 quarterly retention bonus during the first year of employment. Bonuses are subject to all applicable withholding taxes.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Excellent medical, dental, and prescription coverage.
• Life Insurance.
• Safety incentives.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Bad weather pay.
• 401K Opportunity.