L & L Builders is a division of Story Construction, a 100% employee-owned general contractor, construction manager, and design-builder with offices in Ames, IA and Sioux City, IA. As an employee of Story Construction, you’ll have the opportunity to join the ownership group through our employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). At Story, we focus on having a good day, every day, regardless of your role. Everything we do revolves around building a joyful work environment and making a difference in the communities in which we work.
Position Summary:
We are seeking experienced construction professionals to join our field crew serving projects across the Sioux-land area. As a construction worker at L & L, you'll support a wide range of field operations including site preparation, concrete work, general and finish carpentry, and demolition for commercial and industrial construction projects.
Why Choose L & L Builders?
Career Growth: We help you develop a clear career path. Whether you're just starting out, or have years of experience, we are just as dedicated to your career development as you are. Enjoy a tri-annual review cycle so that you never have to wonder how your performance is measuring up.
Diverse & Challenging Projects: As a general contractor, construction manager, and design-builder we have the privilege of leading projects from start to finish. With a focus on a local footprint, our projects are challenging, and highly rewarding as we shape the communities we live in. Check out some of our projects here.
A Culture That Can't Be Beat: We foster a people-centered atmosphere where respect, trust, collaboration, and teamwork are key and every employee's well-being and growth are prioritized. Learn more about our culture here.
Summary of Duties:
- Prepare the construction site each day by preparing materials, tools, and equipment.
- Perform building construction tasks including concrete, general carpentry, and finishes; operating an array of hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment, with training.
- Assist in the layout, forming, pouring, and finishing of concrete foundations, footings, walls, and slabs.
- Perform concrete finishing tasks such as screeding, leveling, floating, troweling, edging, jointing, and creating decorative textures as specified.
- Patch and repair concrete, inspect, fix imperfections, replace damaged areas, and refinish the surface.
- Perform general carpentry and carpentry finish work such as steel and wood framing, drywall, cabinet, door, window, and hardware installation, trim, flooring, ceiling tiles, and more.
- Perform demolition work including demolishing structures, concrete, interior finishes, fixtures, and other materials.
- Install and fasten metal trim and sheeting on structures according to specifications and shop drawings.
- Load and unload construction supplies and equipment.
- Shovel materials to and from the job site such as dirt, asphalt, etc.
- Perform regular site clean up including removing debris, sweeping work areas, organizing tools and materials, and disposing of waste in designated containers to maintain a safe and orderly job site.
- Actively participate in the daily crew workflow plan, tailgate talk, and safety talks.
- Follow all company and site-specific safety protocols including proper use of PPE and other safety equipment, identifying and reporting hazards and unsafe conditions to supervisors immediately.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Reliable means of transportation to get to and from the jobsite; active driver's license preferred.
- 5+ years of previous experience in commercial concrete or carpentry preferred.
- Must possess ability to follow direction, work safety, and travel out of town and overnight as needed.
Travel: frequent out-of-town and occasional overnight travel expected. Projects are located across Siouxland and western Iowa.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 3 weeks of paid time off in addition to paid holidays
- Company 401K plan with company match
- Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Company-paid term life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability
- Company-paid employee assistance program (EAP)
- Medical and dependent care flex benefits plans
- Career Development Plan personalized to you and your career goals
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Safety boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
Employees may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, loud noises, and more within OSHA standards. Employees may be exposed to outdoor conditions that include inclement weather such as heat, humidity, cold, wind, and dust. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, stand for long periods of time, walk for moderate-to-long distances on varying surface conditions, climb, crawl, crouch, reach, grip, push, and pull without issue. Must possess adequate communicative, auditory, and visual capabilities to avoid safety hazards and help others do the same.
Story Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Story is a drug-free workplace, and employment is contingent on the successful passing of a drug test. Story Construction participates in E-Verify.
