Full-Time

Construction General Laborer

Installer

Groundworks

Groundworks

1,001-5,000 employees

Foundation repair, waterproofing, and crawl spaces

Compensation Overview

$14.45 - $17/hr

+ Bonus paid per job

Grandview, MO, USA + 5 more

More locations: Lee's Summit, MO, USA | Independence, MO, USA | Kansas City, MO, USA | Blue Springs, MO, USA | Raytown, MO, USA

Remote

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)

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Requirements
  • Knowledge of trade-specific tools for installations and correct use of equipment.
  • Previous experience working in the construction industry.
  • A valid, non-restrictive driver's license is required.
  • Ability to lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to perform strenuous labor, often under adverse conditions.
Responsibilities
  • Travel to residential or commercial buildings to install equipment, troubleshoot assigned work, test equipment, and clean up job sites after completion.
  • Perform general construction labor tasks, including digging, backfilling trenches, and site cleanup.
  • Assist with the installation of products and services under supervision.
  • Load, carry, and deliver heavy materials weighing up to 50 pounds to and from job sites.
  • Enter confined spaces such as crawl spaces and basements to perform repairs.
  • Work outdoors in various weather conditions while maintaining safety standards.
  • Follow instructions and adhere to company safety and workplace-conduct policies.
  • Report to work reliably and on time each working day.
  • Complete additional tasks assigned by supervisors to ensure project success.
Desired Qualifications
  • Ability to foster teamwork by building positive relationships and supporting team goals.
  • Professionalism and integrity while upholding the company's reputation.

Groundworks provides residential foundation repair, basement waterproofing, concrete lifting, and crawl space encapsulation services through a network of local offices across the United States. The company works directly with homeowners, offering free inspections to diagnose issues and provide estimates for its patented repair solutions, and then completes the home improvement projects for a fee. Unlike many contractors that operate locally without standardized processes, Groundworks' model centers on a nationwide network delivering consistent, direct-to-consumer service on home repairs. The company’s goal is to help homeowners fix structural and moisture problems to protect their properties and improve long-term durability.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Virginia Beach, Virginia

Founded

1993

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Groundworks opened Phoenix in July 2026 and Liberty Lake for Eastern Washington expansion.
  • The company committed April 2026 to hire 5,000 workers, signaling demand and growth runway.
  • Milbank refinanced $1.03 billion in March 2024, giving Groundworks dry powder for acquisitions.

What critics are saying

  • Washington wage rulings in Campbell weaken commission-based sales incentives across Groundworks' seller workforce.
  • ERISA litigation against Groundworks Contracting shows recurring labor-compliance exposure in project-heavy field operations.
  • Aggressive rollups create integration risk; one bad acquisition can damage service quality and local reputation.

What makes Groundworks unique

  • Groundworks stitched 47-plus acquisitions into a national foundation-services platform by August 2026.
  • Matt Malone and KKR built scale across 80 branches and 35 states with centralized leadership.
  • Leveled Concrete brought affordable poly repair expertise, exportable across Groundworks' branch network.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Equity Ownership

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

36%

1 year growth

36%

2 year growth

36%
Business Wire
Feb 19th, 2026
Groundworks® Expands to West Texas and Enters New Mexico Market with Acquisition of WTX Foundation Repair

Groundworks®, North America’s leading and fastest-growing foundation and water management solutions company, announced today its acquisition of WTX Foundatio...

GlobeNewswire
Sep 3rd, 2025
Groundworks® Expands Houston Presence Through Acquisition of Leveled Concrete

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Sept. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Groundworks, North America’s leading and fastest-growing foundation and water management solutions company, today announced its acquisition of Leveled Concrete in Houston, Texas. This strategic addition will enable the company to expand its existing concrete repair services to more Houston homeowners. “The team at Leveled Concrete brings unique expertise in affordable poly concrete repair,” said Matt Malone, founder CEO of Groundworks. “Our goal is to export this methodology to our 80 branches to continue serving our customers across North America.” Leveled Concrete has been providing unmatched precision and innovative techniques for long-lasting results since 2014. Together with Groundworks, they will serve the area with nearly 100 employees

GlobeNewswire
Dec 4th, 2024
Groundworks Expands with Yellowstone Acquisition

Groundworks® has acquired Yellowstone Structural Systems in Bozeman, MT, marking its first office in Montana and expanding its presence in the Western U.S. This move aims to provide reputable foundation services in the region. Yellowstone, known for its foundation and structural repair solutions, will continue operating under the Groundworks name. The acquisition aligns with Groundworks' strategy of partnering with local brands to build a national foundation services business.

ForexTV
Aug 28th, 2024
Groundworks® Extends Seattle Presence with the Acquisition of Rainy Day

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PE Hub
Aug 5th, 2024
KKR-backed Groundworks acquires Clarke Basement Systems | PE Hub

Clarke Basement Systems is a Toronto-based provider of crawl space structural repair, foundation repair and basement waterproofing services.