Concrete Laborer

Job Description

For the past 57 years Florence Cement has been a leader in building and repairing public and private roads.  Our customers can rely on us to provide a complete roadway or site package including excavation, utility work, concrete, and asphalt paving.  Throughout the years, we have continued to work in the metropolitan Detroit area and have kept a good relationship with the Michigan Department of Transportation, local communities, consulting engineers and private developers.  We are proud to be a second-generation owned family business.  Please complete your application in person or on our website, www.florencecement.com.   

Responsibilities:

• Ability to work in a busy and constantly changing environment on construction sites
• Follow all company and MIOSHA safety rules
• Work with various hand tools
• Stationing and setting joints, to make sure of proper alignment
• Maintain consistent quality and texture in handwork
• Assure overall job drainage
• Assist in handwork, prep work, and cleanup as directed
• Operate small engine machines to assist in compaction, preparation, and installation of material
• Be able to communicate with all positions of the workforce
• Exhibit honesty and trustworthiness
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Reliable transportation
• Experience in construction is preferred, specifically working with concrete

Pay and Benefits:

This position is a union position. Benefits are in line with the Michigan Laborers Union Agreement. The starting pay for experienced drivers is $32.02/hour with overtime opportunities.

Work Environment/Physical Abilities:

The physical abilities of this position require that an employee is able to frequently sit, stand, climb, stoop, squat, kneel, and bend for extended periods of time. This may also require carrying, pushing/pulling, dexterity of hands and fingers, seeing, hearing, and talking. Lifting requirements may include up to 50 pounds. Traveling is an essential requirement of this position to jobsites throughout the Detroit metro area. Florence Cement Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.