Excavation Laborer

• Do you love being outside & working with your hands?
• Enjoy a trusted role as the right hand & observant eyes of the operator
• Perform general labor tasks, including hand shoveling
• Use laser equipment & small hand tools
• Train on various pieces of equipment
• Help build sidewalks & curbs
• Raking & Shoveling
• Clean up areas for concrete prep
• Safety equipment provided
• Join a family-oriented company that cares about your professional development & will allow you to advance in your career

D.H. Funk & Sons is a family-owned and operated excavating & paving contractor. We serve Southeast and Central Pennsylvania with quality work and strong moral & ethical values – Dedication, Honesty, Family, Unity, Neighborly, & Kingdom. We are looking for a Laborer to perform tasks like hand shoveling using hand tools & training on laser equipment to set curbs. If you LOVE being outdoors & working with your hands, have a background in construction, and have some knowledge of excavation, equipment, & safety knowledge, consider joining our tight-knit, supportive team!

Our Ideal Laborer:

• Experience: Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply. On-the-job training available. Higher pay for candidates with knowledge of construction, excavation & equipment, safety knowledge, and general knowledge of safety equipment.
• Computer/Technology Skills: A smartphone is required to use the company app for tracking hours, etc.
• Active: This position requires lifting up to 50 lbs. & exerting up to 100 lbs., lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, pushing, & repetitive motion.
• Team Player: Ability to get along and work efficiently with a team of 2 or more workers. Owns up to mistakes, pulls their own weight, & is friendly.
• Reliable & Trustworthy: Work hours are 7 am to 5/5:30 pm, about 50 hours per week. Must be willing to put in overtime. Saturdays are optional but highly preferred.
• Desire to Learn: We provide on-the-job training for entry-level candidates and are eager to provide advancement opportunities for people who are motivated to learn.
• Motivated: Your experience is not as important as your attitude. We are looking for someone who is friendly and a good team player.
• Safety Clothing: Steel tip boots & work pants are needed.
• Driver’s License: Must have a valid PA License & reliable transportation.
• Tools required: Must have your tools after 90 days. The tool listincludes a 20-ft. tape measure, 1-lb hammer, variety of screwdrivers, adjustable wrench, torpedo level, string line, and a utility knife.
• Travel: 90% of job sites are within a 30-mile radius. Per diem pay applies for jobs over 30 miles from the shop. (Mileage starts after 30 miles)

What we offer our Laborer:

• $19 - $21/hour, DOE
• Consistent hours, 7 am to 5 pm, with required overtime.
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance (Covered at 100% for Employee. Deductions are made only for the Family, Spouse, or Child plan)
• Retirement 401K w/ a company match
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Paid Time off & Paid Vacation
• Safety equipment provided
• Company shirts, hoodies, beanies, & hats
• Annual bonus
• Bereavement Leave, OT Pay, Free Apparel, Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Christmas party & summer company event w/ catered food
• Offered opportunities to train & develop for advancement within the company
• Strong values that provide an uplifting & supportive work environment for every employee

To Apply

If you have some construction experience or knowledge of excavation, equipment, & safety, consider applying for our laborer position. Submit your resume in MS Word or PDF Format. It doesn't need to be fancy but should include your name, contact information, relevant skills, and work history (employer, job title, dates of employment, responsibilities). Both skilled and entry-level can apply for this full-time position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45 – 55 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Experience:

• Excavation: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person