General Laborer Job at Absolute Group, Granger, IA

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  • Absolute Group
  • Granger, IA

Job Description

We are looking for General Laborers to join our Erosion Control Division.  Laborers are responsible for a variety of labor duties, basic functions include jobsite preparation for soil erosion control and prevention, general landscaping, loading and unloading of materials, tools and equipment, following instructions from supervisors, implementing construction plans, assisting skilled workers in their duties, daily jobsite clean-up and ensuring a safe work environment.  Ideal candidates will have a basic understanding of agricultural labor, but every candidate must have a willingness to learn. Daily responsibilities for a Laborer include installing silt fence, hydro-seeding, matting, tree planting, and grading. Previous farm, agriculture, and/or landscape experience preferred but not required.

These positions are Full-time. Average work week is 40 - 50 hours per week. 

Job Requirements:  

  • Ability to show up to work on time
  • Ability to adapt to a variety of different labor assignments
  • Willingness to learn new skills and have a positive attitude
  • Willingness to work in all weather conditions
  • Physical strength and stamina to perform tasks with hands and lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day
  • Adhere to all safety policies and precautions; wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 
  • Ability to take guidance and direction from supervisor.
  • Commitment and adherence to the AG Core Values (Dependable, Driven, Fearless, Respectful, Family)

About the Erosion Control Division

Erosion Control is a Division within Absolute Group that specializes in commercial and state erosion and soil control services. The Erosion Control Division offers a wide range of agricultural construction solutions, including seeding, sodding, mulching, silt fence installation and storm water pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) management.

The Absolute Group Difference

The Absolute Group prides itself in its company core values, and we like to think it’s one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest of the field. Our team is  Driven,  taking on each task with a “can-do” attitude and always putting our  People First , whether that’s who we’re working with day-to-day or the employees that keep our company up and running. We’re nothing without our customers, our team, our families, even our competitors, and remembering this is key to keeping us  Respectful and Humble  in all that we do. We’re  Determined to be Dependable , to be relied on, and we don’t stop until the job is done. And, of course, we’re thinkers. It’s our  Fearless Forward-Thinking  that saves us time and money and keeps us up with the times. 

Hard Work Pays Off

When you work hard for us, we work hard for you. And that’s exactly why we offer our crews the most competitive benefits package the construction industry has to offer.

Benefits include:

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • Voluntary insurance coverage options - Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Short & Long Term Disability Insurance coverages
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401k with company match
  • Family-focused environment
  • Company-sponsored outings and events

Absolute Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work

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