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Midlands Contracting
General Laborer
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A laborer is a worker who performs physical tasks and manual labor as part of their job. They are employed in a variety of industries from Warehousing to Manufacturing. Responsibilities can include assisting with shipping and receiving operations, moving equipment, and organizing inventory.
$38,791 / year median in Nebraska
Job Description
We are currently seeking a skilled General Laborer to join our growing construction company. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, willingness to travel, and dependability are a must. NOTE• Our office is located in Kearney, NE. Job Details $22-$24 per hour depending on experience 50 or more hours per week (no weekend work) Most projects require being out of town Monday-Friday (home on weekends) Transportation provided from Kearney, NE when working out of town Paid travel time Hotel paid by company Nightly per diem for meals when working out of town (greater than sixty miles outside of Kearney, NE) Year-round employment (no winter layoffs) Requirements Work manual labor outside in a variety of weather and environmental conditions. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work within confined spaces such as manholes. Ability to remain focused when working in high traffic areas. Ability to find and verify measurements to ensure accuracy. Ability to read and interpret machine gauges. Mechanically inclined with ability to perform routine maintenance and repairs. Ability to perform a variety of manual labor tasks with minimal direction. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds individually or as a team when carrying loads heavier than 50 pounds. Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time. Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl throughout each day. Operate heavy equipment consistent with skill level and training. Willingness to abide by all safety rules. Safety training will be provided on the job and via formal training. Valid driver's license and excellent driving record preferred but not required. Ability to pass a pre-employment (post-offer) drug screen. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Benefits Paid time off. Paid holidays.