Construction Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

What to know about the position:

Schutte Excavating, Inc. is located in Greensburg, IN.  Our company has been steadily growing and is looking to expand our workforce.  Schutte Excavating’s focus is on Community Development Block Grant Projects, Storm Sewer Projects, General Construction Management, Concrete Construction, Site Development.  We travel within a 60-mile radius of Greensburg.  Current position we are looking to fill is civil construction laborer(s). This position would require a minimum of 2 years of commercial construction experience and encompasses manual work with a willingness to learn, rough carpentry & concrete work.  Dependability is crucial to this position.  

A construction laborer is responsible for performing tasks involving physical labor on construction sites. The ability to operate hand and power tools of all types, and may be required to clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations and clean up rubble, debris, and other waste materials. Additional responsibility could include assisting in the installation of structures and site features. Other duties may include loading and unloading materials and providing assistance to craft workers.

The physical demands of the job may require the ability to lift heavy objects (25+ lbs), stand for long periods of time, and work in a variety of weather conditions.

Construction laborers should have the ability to work well in a team. Also, should have a strong work ethic and the ability to follow instructions. 

Required to hold a valid driver's license.

Schutte Excavating has long offered competitive wages and benefits to employees.  We feel confident that we have one of the best compensation packages around.

Pre-Employment Drug Screen & Background Check

Laborers pay rate is based depending on experience and references.

Even better (but not required) if:

• You have a Class A CDL

What’s in it for you:

• Well-being/stability
  • No seasonal layoffs. 
  • 100% health, dental, vision, life, disability, and illness/accident premium coverage after 30 days
  • Employee assistance program

• Financial support
  • Simple IRA with 100% match up to 3%
  • Paid commute to job sites
  • Personal cell phone allowance

• Work/life balance
  • While other companies may have you working 60-70 hours a week and spending extended time away from home, we average 40-43 hours per week and stay within a 60-mile radius of Greensburg
  • 8 paid holidays plus a paid week off between Christmas and New Years
  • 1 week PTO for years 1-4 with an increasing schedule thereafter

• Workwear/gear/swag
  • PPE (Hardhat, gloves, safety glasses, ear protection)
  • Company owned hand and power tools for use.
  • Starter set of Hi-Vis shirts and vest
• Probationary Period Eligibility & Incentives
  • Annual Boot Allowance (6 months)
  • Uniforms (3 months)
  • ​​​​Quarterly Safety Bonus (6 months) 

FAQs

• What is the typical schedule? Monday - Friday; 7:30 - 4:00 (start and end times may need to vary at times)
• What are some of the specific projects you do? We do commercial projects like laying sewer and sanitary pipes, running water lines, and lots of concrete work (sidewalks, curbs, roads, and decorative). We also move dirt and use GPS for grading.
• What do you do in the winter? We can still pour concrete in the winter and there is plenty to do around the shop to keep people busy on slow days. We also use this time to train and develop.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace and creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We comply with all applicable laws governing EEO and affirmative action, and we ensure that all employment decisions are made solely based on job-related qualifications and merit.

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