ABOUT Sailors in the Navy’s Construction Battalion are makers. They’re driven to work with their hands and they know the value of doing a job right the first time. They’re tougher than any task and they’re not afraid to get a little dirty. As part of the Construction Battalion, better known as the Seabees, you’ll be part of a team that crafts the Navy’s infrastructure from the ground up and paves the way—literally—to victory. The mission of the Navy Reserve is to provide strategic depth and deliver operational capabilities to the Navy and Marine Corps team and Joint forces, in times of peace or war. Navy Reserve Sailors seamlessly support and actively aid that mission, all while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world. If you’re interested in becoming an Aircrewman in the Navy Reserve, check out the following careers available in the field. CONSTRUCTION JOBS IN THE NAVY RESERVE BUILDER Gain training for work in a range of trades, such as carpentry, plaster, roofing, concrete, masonry, brickwork, painting, cabinetry and more. CONSTRUCTION ELECTRICIAN Make sure the Navy's power grid stays lit—from the poles and lines outside to the complex electrical and communication wiring inside structures. EQUIPMENT OPERATOR From crane operation to roadbuilding equipment, you can help pave the way for successful Navy missions and earn your operators’ licenses while you do it. STEELWORKER Manage construction operations, craft steel structures, and perform welding, cutting and other specialized metalwork operations. UTILITIESMAN From maintaining heating, air and plumbing systems on Navy bases to rebuilding utilities infrastructure for hospitals in cities struck by natural disasters, it’s up to you to keep vital systems running. PAY & BENEFITS When you serve your country, you become a part of something truly important – and you deserve to be rewarded accordingly. Navy Reserve Sailors enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, from state-of-the- art training to extensive educational assistance, VA benefits and more. In return for your service and dedication, the Navy Reserve provides you with the benefits to succeed in both your military and civilian lives: • Receive 4 days of basic pay for only 2 days worked (16 hours) each drill weekend • Opportunities to acquire new skills and sharpen existing ones, enhancing your civilian career • Educational assistance • Tax-free, worldwide Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for you and your family • VA guaranteed home loans • Low-cost insurance options, including up to $400,000 in life insurance • Travel opportunities • Earn points toward retirement benefits every time you drill • Retirement after 20 qualifying years • TRICARE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Navy Reserve Sailors continue to hold educational opportunities through Tuition Assistance, DANTES and their post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill. Further education opportunities are also available through the US Naval War College and Senior Enlisted Academy, as well as certifications and licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL). QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS • U.S. citizen or equivalent • High school graduate or equivalent • 17 years of age or older General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before. This job requires military service with a contract as a commissioned officer in the Navy. The application is for a specific position within the Navy. WORK ENVIRONMENT Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Sailors in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes. Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $24.00 - $37.00 per hour Bonus amounts may vary based on eligibility Benefits: • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Life insurance • Retirement plan Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>Overview As a Geohazard Mitigation Technician working for GSI, there is no typical day and the scenery changes often. You will be working outside with your hands in a wide variety of climates. You will be laborer working aside experienced technicians measuring, drilling, mixing concrete, and creating sustainable infrastructure. You will be able to point to your work at the end of the day and take pride in building a safer community. This is a career opportunity with significant advancement, partnered with your own personal effort and willingness to learn our business. Who is GeoStabilization International®? GeoStabilization International® (GSI) develops and installs innovative solutions that protect people and infrastructure from the dangers of geohazards. We specialize in emergency landslide repairs, rockfall mitigation, and grouting using cutting edge design/build and design/build/warranty contracting. GeoStabilization International is the leading geohazard mitigation and bridge rehabilitation firm operating throughout the United States, Canada, and Australia. Our expertise, proprietary tools, and worldwide partnerships allow us to repair virtually any slope stability or foundation problem in any geologic setting. Responsibilities • Mix, spray, run hoses, and operate shotcrete or grouting pumps • Move materials on a construction site • Read and determining measurements • Maintain a clean and organized construction site • Work together in a team environment • Learn to operate rock drills • Operate construction equipment such as excavator, all terrain forklifts, man lifts, skid steers, and front end loaders Qualifications Basic Qualifications Any prior soil stabilization, grouting, or foundation mitigation experience OR prior construction industry experience as a carpenter or framer for example OR prior concrete experience such as a concrete finisher/form builder or shotcrete experience OR significant experience working outdoors in a collaborative, physical environment • Must not be afraid of heights • The ability to travel at least 3 weeks out of every month • Reliability and a strong work ethic • Enthusiastically work with a diverse team Preferred Qualifications • A CDL Class A or a clean Motor Vehicle Driving Record Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. • Climates vary in degrees, in tropical to desert environments. • The noise level in the work environment is moderate and hearing protection is often required. • Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers. • Regular heavy lifting (50lbs+) of construction materials on the job site. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Pay: $20-$23/hr. In 2023, individuals in this role, with overtime, made the equivalent of over $27/hr. Travel: 100% travelling in the Eastern US (East of the Mississippi River). Employees are expected to work a 3 weeks on, 1 week off schedule. GeoStabilization International, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>• JOB SUMMARY • Under the supervision of the Director of Construction and or Manager of Construction, perform duties as required to accomplish project completion such as but not limited to demolition, building trades as follows: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting and other related duties. The Construction Mechanic I will be capable of working on individual projects without necessary help. • DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Overall performance rating of below indicated essential job duties: • Installs metal studding • Installs dry wall and finish with proper materials • Installs framing for ceiling. • Sands finish and paints walls and ceilings • Installs door frames and hangs doors • Runs copper lines and brazes (excluding med gas) • Runs drain lines for plumbing fixtures. • Runs control wiring as directed. • Installs trim of all types and of all materials • Installs light fixtures, head walls and trim. • Applies and installs all types of fireproofing materials • Knowledgeable of materials, methods and tools used in commercial construction. • Performs field changes to blueprints and document on blueprints. • Wears personal protective equipment and utilization and cleanliness of work areas. • Maintains confidentiality. • Performs other duties as required or assigned. • EDUCATION/LICENSE/ CERTIFICATIONS/OTHER REQUIREMENTS • Minimum requirement: • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) • Current driver’s license • One-year certificate from college or trade school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Must be proficient in two building trades and familiar with all applicable skills listed. Must show the ability to lead a project, and also have a special skill. Special skills or training would be as follows: mason, expert carpenter, welder, etc.. • Preferred qualifications: • Four years experience in building trades. • WORKING ENVIRONMENT • Constantly works near moving mechanical parts. • Frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. • Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat. • Frequently exposed to a risk of electrical shock. • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. • Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibrations. • PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Frequently required to move about throughout the department and facility. • Frequently required to use fine motor skills to handle and operate instruments/devices. • Occasionally required to operate a computer and other equipment. • Constantly required to stand. • Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crawl, or crouch. • Frequently required to lift and/or move 50 pounds. • Occasionally required to lift and/or move 100 pounds.
See More Details >>Becoming a mason in Ashland, KY, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 47,918 masons nationwide, with projections showing a -2% growth rate from 2018-2028, but with approximately 21,800 openings annually due to retirements and transitions to other occupations. The median annual wage for masonry workers was $53,010 as of May 2023, with the highest 10% earning more than $85,630 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Mason Tenders' Training Fund help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
