Acoustic Ceilings / Grid Installer

Since 1956, E&K has been uncompromising in the commitment to deliver the highest quality products and services our clients demand, anywhere they need them. Today, we're one of the largest interior/exterior finish contractors in the U.S., with offices throughout the country and a reputation for excellence. We are looking to hire several new team members for long-term projects in Omaha, Lincoln, and Columbus, NE. We are offering up to $38/hour for journeymen, plus benefits.

Responsibilities include:

Install hanger wire, grid, and other suspension systems for tile and other materials. Measure and cut tile for installation. May include cleanup, scrapping, moving material, tools, or equipment. Erect and dismantle scaffolds. Calculate unit costs based on quantity of material installed, hours worked, and labor dollars. Attend and participate in all required company training programs. Conform to all company policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements include:

Lifting up to 65 lbs. (ceiling tile box 65 lbs., grid box 40 lbs.) Lifting 5 to 10 lbs. above head on a regular constant basis. Approximately 10-12 times per hour (ceiling tile). Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 15 lbs. on a regular and constant basis, 6-7 hours per day. Lifting and carrying boxes of tile and grid on an occasional basis, 1-2 hours a day. Reaching above shoulder and at shoulder height with the weight of ceiling tile and various tools (10-15 lbs.) on a regular and constant basis. Dexterous use of fingers and both hands, mental alertness and muscular coordination simultaneously. Standing or walking for 8 hours a day. Climbing scaffold 10 feet or higher, 4-8 times per day. Either scaffold or stilts can be used on ceiling tile jobs. Must have vision correctable to at least 20/40 in order to use tools and perform tasks associated with the job. E&K is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, E-Verify, and Drug Free Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.