Crew Leader

Story Construction • Full-time • Ankeny, Iowa, United States • 1m ago

Story Construction is a 100% employee-owned general contractor, construction manager, and design-builder based out of Ames, IA. As an employee of Story Construction, you will 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 looking for Crew Leaders who are team players and who take responsibility and pride in the quality of their work. Crew Leaders participate in various building and construction projects using an array of equipment, tools, and processes while helping promote a safe and productive jobsite. Crew Leaders lead and mentor crews while contributing toward a safe and healthy job site, while demonstrating Story’s core values.

Why Choose Story Construction?

Work-Life Balance: We plan our work with you and your families in mind! You'll rarely have to work weekends and can enjoy a work week that rarely exceeds 40 hours. Our field staff enjoy 3 weeks of paid time off in addition to 6 paid holidays annually. This means more time for your families and hobbies!

Diverse Skill Development: We value versatility. You'll have the opportunity to work across several trades, including concrete, carpentry, steel erection, heavy equipment operation, and welding!

Career Growth: We help you develop a clear and supportive career path. Whether you're just starting out, or have years of experience, we help you reach your professional career goals.

Summary of Duties:

Prepare construction site each day by preparing materials, tools, and equipment.
Perform building and construction work which includes, but is not limited to concrete walls, foundations, and slabs; structural steel and metal erection; interior and exterior process pipe installation; and general carpentry and finishes.
Proficiently operates a variety of hand and power tools, forklifts, skid loaders, and other tools and equipment as directed.
Load and unload supplies and equipment, ensuring that tools and equipment are cleaned and maintained.
Shovel materials to and from the job site such as dirt, asphalt, etc.
Site cleanup duties.
Conduct job site safety walk-throughs.
Follows all health and safety regulations when performing work and as otherwise instructed.
Train others on experienced tasks and learn tasks as needed or instructed.
Actively participate in work planning and the continuous improvement process.
Follow all company work and safety policies and procedures.
Coordinate work, occasionally scheduling subcontractors onsite.
Additional duties as assigned.

Working Hours: Generally, expect to work 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, from 7:00AM – 4:00PM. Occasional overtime may be required.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction performing duties in concrete, steel, and carpentry.
Means of getting to and from job sites.
Ability to travel out of town, and over-night as needed.
Minimum Tool Requirement: 16oz or larger hammer, crescent adjustable wrench, screwdriver (6-1 type), tape measure, speed square, retractable utility knife, chalk box, lineman or rebar pliers.

Travel: Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected; job sites are located throughout central Iowa and across the state.

Benefits:

Opportunity to participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Paid time off, including 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 short-term & 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
Safety boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
Annual work-clothing allowance

Working Conditions:

Employees may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, loud noises, and more within OSHA standards. Job duties are often performed in close proximity to other people. Employees often work in outdoor conditions that include inclement weather such as heat, humidity, cold, wind, and dust. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, 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.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.

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. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time; Story Construction participates in E-Verify.

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