Construction Laborer

Job Title: Laborer
Company: Janotta & Herner
Reports to: Director of Construction Operations
FLSA: Hourly

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Position Summary:
As a Construction Laborer at Janotta & Herner, you will play a crucial role in supporting construction projects by performing various tasks to ensure smooth operations at the worksite. Your responsibilities will include assisting with the preparation, operation, and cleanup of construction sites, as well as carrying out manual labor tasks.
Essential Functions:

1. Assist in preparing construction sites by clearing obstacles, setting up barriers, and other tasks as assigned by the project manager.
2. Provide support to various trades, such as carpenters, concrete workers, iron workers and equipment operators.
3. Operate hand and power tools.
4. Load and unload construction materials and equipment.
5. Organize and maintain the construction site to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
6. Remove debris, and waste materials from construction sites.
7. Assist in the setup and operation of construction machinery and equipment.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in construction or a related field is preferred.
• Physical stamina and ability to perform manual labor tasks in various weather conditions.
• Knowledge of basic construction tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Use of powered and powder actuated tools.
• Operating vehicles and equipment.
• Working at heights.

About the Company

JHI Group has two divisions, Janotta & Herner, and Firelands Fabrication.

Janotta & Herner is northern Ohio’s true design/build general contractor, headquarters in Monroeville Oh. Founded by an Architect and a Building Contractor in 1962, Janotta & Herner has embodied true Design Build Construction from the beginning. For more information, please navigate here.

Firelands Fabrication is a 72,000 SF steel fabrication shop located in New London, Oh. Firelands Fabrication is dedicated to meeting all our client’s structural and miscellaneous steel needs on time, on budget and to the highest quality standards in the industry. For more information, please navigate here.

Benefits Overview:
JHI Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with match
• HSA, FSA & Dependent Care FSA