Construction / Excavation General Laborer - Thornapple Excavating : Job Details

Position: LaborerLocation: Grand Rapids, MIFT / PT Status: Full-TimeWho is Thornapple Excavating?Over the last 40 years, Thornapple Excavating has expanded to become one of the most well-known names in commercial excavating in West Michigan. The organization strives to be a leader in earthwork, utility installation, and other commercial excavating services. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, customers can count on Thornapple Excavating, Inc. to deliver a high-quality product the first time, every time.Job Responsibilities:

• Be versatile and perform various duties required such as moving materials around jobsite and hand digging.
• Signaling equipment operators to facilitate work in tight spaces, movement of materials, or other nonverbal communication requirements.
• Ability to adjust to seasonal weather conditions and work for up to 12 or more hours per day.
• Use of various hand tools, such as shovels, come-along rakes, compacters, levels, and other required tools.
• Direct traffic when necessary.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn.
• Consistently show up on time and ready to work.

Job Qualifications:

• Prior experience in residential or commercial excavating preferred but not required.
• Be able to lift up to 60+ lbs.
• Comfortable working in a high-stress environment.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and desire to deliver high-quality work.
• Be willing and able to work with crew members and open to alternative ways of getting things done.