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Emery Sapp & Sons

Builds civil infrastructure and produces asphalt

Heavy Civil Skilled Laborer

Full-Time
No salary listed
Entry
Columbia, MO, USA
In Person
Building Trades

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds and working in all weather conditions.
  • Basic math and measurement skills.
  • Ability to follow directions and work independently or as part of a team.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with general construction tasks, including loading and unloading materials, digging trenches, and operating hand and power tools.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Perform skilled labor tasks in support of grading, earthwork, utilities, concrete, and structure crews.
  • Assist with layout, measurements, and elevation control using basic survey tools.
  • Execute hand grading, trimming, and fine detail work around structures, utilities, and finished surfaces.
  • Support concrete operations including form setting, reinforcing placement, pours, and finishing preparation.
  • Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Collaborate with site supervisors and other construction staff to support project execution.
  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement in construction practices.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of finishing.
  • Experience in construction or a related industry.
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

About the company

Emery Sapp & Sons is a heavy civil contractor building roads, bridges, utility networks and development sites for public agencies and private owners. Its field teams handle grading and excavation, underground utilities, asphalt and concrete paving, bridge construction and pavement preservation. The company also produces hot-mix asphalt and supplies construction materials, combining production facilities with the crews and equipment used to complete infrastructure projects. It manages estimating and project delivery across transportation, residential, commercial and other civil construction work in the Midwest. Founded in 1972, Emery Sapp & Sons is headquartered in Columbia, Missouri.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Columbia, MO

Founded

1972

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  • Automatic ownership enrollment: employees enter the ESOP without a separate signup process.
  • Free driver training: employee-owners have access to a hands-on, 20-day CDL license program.
  • Family counseling support: the EAP covers employees and dependents, including financial planning and child or elder care assistance.

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  • Physical entry requirements: the current laborer role requires lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
  • Frequent travel: the saw operator role requires travel to project sites across ESS operating regions.
  • Weather exposure: laborers must work outdoors in all weather conditions.

What makes Emery Sapp & Sons unique

  • Repair control: ESS mechanics self-perform most equipment repairs through the company's maintenance facilities.
  • Plan-linked machinery: GPS monitoring connects heavy equipment to project plans for field accuracy.
  • Computer-controlled production: permanent asphalt facilities use automated controls and systems monitoring for manufacturing precision.

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