Journeyman Laborer (union)

Journeyman Laborer

Penhall Company has been shaping the future of concrete services for over 65 years. As the nation's leader in concrete cutting, coring, scanning, and demolition, and ranked 3rd in Demolition by ENR's 2023 Top Specialty Contractors, we deliver more than just expertise—we deliver results. With safety at the core of our operations and state-of-the-art technology in our hands, we ensure every project is executed with precision, efficiency, and care.

The Journeyman Laborer supports Penhall Company's field operations in concrete cutting, coring, breaking, and demolition. This position requires reliability, safety awareness, and a strong work ethic. Working under the direction of a Foreman, the Journeyman helps ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to Penhall's quality standards. Training and advancement opportunities are available for qualified candidates. This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with the Laborers union. Will be required to join the union and maintain membership in good standing. Current union members welcome to apply. Pay rate is union scale.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support daily field operations including concrete cutting, coring, breaking, and related demolition activities.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and other construction equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Assist foremen, operators, and other crew members as directed on job sites.
• Adhere strictly to Penhall safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Load, unload, and maintain equipment and job materials as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas during and after job completion.
• Follow directions from supervisors and communicate effectively with team members.
• Travel to job sites as required, including out-of-town assignments, night shifts, and weekend work.
• Represent Penhall Company with professionalism on job sites and while operating company vehicles.

Employer Disclosure Statement

The above statements and job description is not intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed within this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and tasks. Other similar or additional duties are performed as signed.

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Position Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Willingness to learn new skills and operate various construction equipment.
• Ability to follow directions and contribute to a team-oriented environment.
• Strong focus on safety and ability to follow all safety regulations without exception.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in physically demanding environments.

Essential Core Competencies:

• Dependability: Shows up on time, prepared, and ready to work each day.
• Safety Orientation: Committed to maintaining a safe worksite for self and others.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively with crew members and supervisors.
• Adaptability: Willing to adjust to changing job site needs and schedules.
• Initiative: Takes ownership of assigned tasks and seeks opportunities to contribute.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience on a construction job site required.
• Minimum of 2 years of continuous employment with the same employer strongly preferred.
• Verifiable previous employment required.
• Penhall will provide training for qualified candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Penhall Company is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Penhall Company has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified veterans/individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.

The Company may use Artificial Intelligence ("AI"), machine learning technologies, and/or automated decision-making tools to assist in certain aspects of the recruitment and hiring process, including reviewing applications, resumes, assessments, and candidate qualifications. These tools are used to support the evaluation process and are not used as the sole basis for employment decisions.

All employment decisions are ultimately made by qualified Company representatives. The Company maintains human oversight of hiring decisions and does not permit automated systems to make final employment determinations independently.

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local employment, privacy, and anti-discrimination laws. The Company does not intentionally use AI systems in a manner that unlawfully discriminates against applicants or employees based on any protected characteristic under applicable law.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodations, alternative evaluation methods, or additional information regarding the Company's use of automated tools by contacting Human Resources.

Where required by applicable law, the Company may provide additional notices regarding the use of automated decision-making tools, data practices, retention periods, or bias audit information.