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LABORER – Howard University

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Laborers (Overnight Hours)
Join the efforts to improve and maintain the facilities at the historical Howard University. A university that has educated students from diverse backgrounds since 1867.

Thompson Facilities Services has an immediate opportunity for several laborers. This is an overnight position. Candidates must want to work from 9 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

Full benefits, including medical, dental, paid vacation and sick leave are just a few of the benefits that you will receive through the Union while employed with Thompson Facilities Services at Howard University.
We only hire the best candidates who take pride in their work and want to contribute to the success of Howard. This position is responsible for providing laborer, grounds, housekeeping, and transportation duties for the campus.

Heres the work you will perform
Clean assigned areas including dormitories, academic buildings, parking lots, and public ground areas
Operate machinery as trained, including Thompson Facilities Services maintained campus vehicles
Drive equipment to shops for repairs, and general servicing as requested
Perform setup and cleanup tasks at work sites on and about the campus
Direct traffic when necessary to ensure safety of pedestrians, motorists and work crew
Utilize proper cleaning methods and chemicals to ensure proper and efficient sanitary conditions. Clean restrooms, common areas, vacuum, dust, etc.
Provide labor support as needed for specialty crews such as transportation moving functions, and trash removal
Perform general clean up and campus ground maintenance services as required
Perform miscellaneous housekeeping and custodian job duties
The best candidates will meet these requirements:
High school diploma or GED preferred
2+ years housekeeping/custodian experience in a university setting preferred
Valid drivers license from state of residence
Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with extreme weather fluctuations
Ability to read and write English to understand Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) information
Ability to climb heights and conduct work with proper safety restraints
Ability to lift heavy loads up to 50 lbs. and navigate the campus terrain during moving assignments

You will be rewarded with a competitive hourly rate of $13.60, good benefits package, and the honor of working at the premier historically black college or university (HBCU) in the country. If you are ready to join our team, please apply now.

Install Laborer

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Pella Perks: Competitive Pay and Bonus Opportunities 401k Plan & Company Match Medical and Dental Insurance Life, Flexible Spending, and Disability Insurances Holiday & PTO Pay Discount on Company Products Professional Networking Positive Team Atmosphere Office out of your home Hours of this position are typically M-F, 7am-3pm. Your daily tasks: Reads work order form and other specifications to determine method of installation, work procedures, and material, tool, and work aid requirements Removes existing windows and doors. Measures, marks, and cuts existing opening to appropriate dimensions for new products Secures windows and doors to walls/openings, according to the installation guidelines published by Pella Corporation and within the quality standards established by Pella Corporation Installs window and door hardware and test the operations of each unit Patches drywall as required Measures, cuts, assembles, and installs metal framing and decorative trim for windows and doorways Cleans job site after installation Pella Windows & Doors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pella is committed to workforce diversity. Post-offer background check and post-offer drug screen required.

Concrete Laborer

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Concrete Laborer

Salary range: $24K-$31K

Our client, one of the largest commercial concrete construction companies in the Cincinnati area, holds a strong reputation of success and quality, as well as being an award-winning developer. Established in 2005, they focus on commercial and municipal site development projects. They also have a full-service staff of talented concrete construction technicians who understand the importance of integrity, and desire to provide the absolute best for their customers.

They are currently seeking a Concrete Laborer to work with a team to align forms for sidewalks, curbs, and gutter as well as patch voids and use saws to cut expansion joints.

Top Reasons to Work with Our Client:

– Benefits package including health, dental and vision.
– 401K match
– Competitive pay (including overtime with no limit)
– Cell phone allowance
– Paid holidays
– Room for growth
– OSHA 30 certification pay
– Minimal travel

What you will be doing:

– Perform tasks involving physical labor on concrete construction projects.
– May clean and prepare sites, place and dismantle form boards, erect and dismantle shoring and formwork
– Grade out subgrade materials,
– Place bulkheads, pour, level, and finish freshly placed concrete, rake concrete and gravel
– Maneuver loaded wheelbarrow, and operate riding trowel machines.
– May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, concrete vibrators, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments.
– Other duties as assigned.

A Successful candidate will possess the following:

– Minimum of 1-2 years experience in commercial concrete
– OSHA certification a plus
– Self-starter with ability to work in a team environment
– Ability to read and understand drawings
– Good understanding of OSHA requirements
– Clean driving record
– Good oral and written communication skills.
– A complete background check will be required upon acceptance of employment.