Rochester Sand & Gravel Hiring for Construction Laborer Job at Rochester, MN Full Time

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Rochester Sand & Gravel, founded in 1946, is a family-owned asphalt paving, grading, and excavating construction company headquartered in Rochester, MN, with affiliates in Winona and Faribault. The company is part of a larger, family-owned organization and national leader in asphalt paving with resources and opportunities throughout the Midwest region. Like any road base installation, Rochester Sand & Gravel employees form the foundation of our business. Our entrepreneurial culture thrives on a diverse mix of abilities – allowing us to create innovative solutions while opening doors in new and emerging markets. We want everyone on our tight-knit team to play an active role in growing our business, and we encourage our team members to share their ideas and help shape our future. While we strive to be the best, we do it with an attitude that is humble, accessible, and down-to-earth. We do not ask you to fit in to our culture. We invite you to add to it. Our reputation for ethical behavior enables us to attract and retain the best talent and loyal customers Southeastern Minnesota has to offer. To learn about our team, visit us at: www.rochsg.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direction of the foremen, laborers will typically work on a road crew but may work at an asphalt plant or maintenance shop. A laborer s job function will include, but not be limited to: job layout, shoveling, raking and sweeping, along with operating small equipment such as blowers, saws, compactors and jack hammers.

On the job training will provide the knowledge and skills to become a productive member of one of our crews, with the potential for advancement opportunities to become an equipment operator.

This position is a full-time seasonal, working May through November (weather permitting). This position requires working overtime and some Saturdays. Local and regional travel opportunities are available.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid driver s license and reliable transportation
• Previous construction or physical job experience preferred
• Ability to obtain Commercial Driver s License (CDL), if required
• Physically fit to stand, squat, bend, lift, and walk for long durations in all seasonal weather and environmental conditions in a moving highway work zone
• Ability to listen and take direction from others while being a team player and helping to train less experienced employees

SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

We prioritize the safety and wellness of our road construction processes by following the Company s safety programs and policies, thus mitigating risk and improving overall productivity of the projects with safety at the forefront.

BENEFITS

Benefit package is offered through the Union. Benefits include medical, dental and a pension plan.

EOE, including disability/vets