Turner Construction Company

Union Laborer Journeyman - 2nd Shift - Evanston

Turner Construction Company  •  Evanston, IL (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Division:Chicago Main
Project Location(s):Evanston, IN 47531 USA

Minimum Years Experience:Travel Involved:Job Type:Temporary Job Classification:Trade Education:Job Family:Trade Compensation:Union Trade

Perform tasks involving physical labor at building
construction projects. May operate hand and power tools of all
types. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support
the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, and clean up rubble and debris.
May assist other craft workers in their trades.

Duration: This is a short-term assignment working 2nd shift. Anticipated duration 3-4 weeks.

Job Tasks:

Mop, brush, or spread paints, cleaning solutions or other compounds over
surfaces to clean them or to provide protection.
Operate jackhammers and drills to break up concrete or pavement.
Place, consolidate, and protect case-in-place concrete or masonry structures.
Position, join, align, and seal structural components, such as concrete wall
sections and pipes.
Shovel cement and other materials into portable cement mixers; and mix, pour,
and spread concrete.
Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of
machinery, equipment, and materials.
Smooth and finish freshly poured cement or concrete, using floats, trowels,
screeds, or powered cement finishing tools.
Spray materials through hoses to clean, coat, or seal surfaces.
Tend machines that pump materials through spray-guns for application to
ceilings and walls.
Tend pumps, compressors, and generators to provide power for tools, machinery,
and equipment.
Lubricate, clean, and repair machinery, equipment, and tools.
Apply caulking compounds by hand or using caulking guns.
Build and position forms for pouring concrete, and dismantle forms after use,
using saws, hammers, nails, or bolts.
Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, and compact and level earth to
grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, and rakes.
Erect and disassemble scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps,
and other temporary structures.
Load, unload, and identify building materials, machinery, and tools, and
distribute them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans and
specifications.
Mix ingredients to create compounds for covering or cleaning surfaces.
Provide assistance to craft workers, such as carpenters and concrete finishers.
Demolish structures and salvage useful materials.
The hourly rate for this position is $51.40 per union
agreement. Benefits are determined by the applicable Trade Union. Benefits may
include medical, dental and vision coverage, financial benefits such as 401k
plan or Pension, and wellness benefits. Contact applicable Unions to
learn more about the benefits offered.

  • Qualifications:

    Must be able to work 2nd or 3rd shift if needed
    Required Knowledge:
    Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or
    repair of buildings and other structure.
    Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair,
    maintenance and the ability to determine the appropriate tool need to do the
    job.
    Must be able to comprehend safety instructions and signage, communicate
    effectively in emergency situations and understand written safety instructions
    from tool and equipment manufacturers.
    Valid driver’s license preferred
    Physical Demands:
    The physical demands described here are representative of
    those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
    functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
    individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    PHYSICAL
    DEMANDS CONSTANTLY FREQUENTLY OCCASSIONALLY
    Standing X
    Walking X
    Combined Standing/Walking X
    Sitting X
    Lifting/Lowering/Carrying
    - Weights
    Under 25 lbs X
    25-50 lbs X
    Over 50 lbs X
    Lifting/Lowering/Carrying
    – Ranges
    Reaching above shoulder height X
    Reaching below shoulder height X
    Bending/Twisting neck X
    Bending at waist (forward & sideways) X
    Balancing X
    Pushing/Pulling X
    Squatting X
    Kneeling X
    Climbing X
    Crawling X
    Repetitive Motion X
    Hand / Wrist Flexion – Extension X
    Noise / Dust / Chemical Exposures X
    Confined Space Hazards X
    Working on Heights X
    ADDITIONAL
    DEMANDS
    Vision abilities required include Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and
    focus
    Hearing abilities required include Hearing abilities required with or without the use of an
    aide

    Work Environment:
    The work environment characteristics described here are
    representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential
    functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
    individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While
    performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the
    construction site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts,
    high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions,
    and risk of electric shock. The noise in the work environment is usually
    moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company
    safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
    Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer
    Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual
    Orientation/Gender Identity
    VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer —minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Turner Construction Company

About Turner Construction Company

Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse and numerous market segments. The company has earned recognition for undertaking large, complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for their clients, employees and community.

OUR VISION

To be the highest value provider of global construction services and technical expertise.

Turner embraces a Lean management approach, and a culture that emphasizes collaboration, reliability of scheduling and delivery of the most value while consuming the fewest resources. Lean principles drive the efficient delivery of our services.

Turner recognizes the importance of innovation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. A key element of our company vision is to develop and embrace emerging technologies and processes. As part of our effort to achieve this vision, Turner has a culture where employees share their ideas and engagement with one another to develop innovative ideas as well as evaluate and implement improvements at Turner.

Turner fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion in which all employees contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, and have the opportunity to grow. Our diverse and inclusive workforce positions the company to grow, enhances our presence in diverse markets, and helps us build enduring relationships with each other, industry partners, and our clients.

Turner understands the environmental, social, and economic impact of our activities and that it is our responsibility to conduct our business in a transparent and ethical manner that supports our goals for client service, community involvement, environmental performance, financial strength and employee health, safety and well-being. Our core values of integrity, teamwork and commitment guide our activities and we expect the organizations with which we do business to share our commitments.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
New York, NY
Year Founded
1902
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