Becoming a mason in Baton Rouge, LA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining 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 a median annual wage of $53,010, and projects a 0% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices earn an average of $1,220 per week in Baton Rouge, with an annual overtime average of $4,700. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $85,630 annually for experienced professionals.
Description: The JF Petroleum Group stands as a premier leader in the North American fueling infrastructure industry, offering comprehensive turn-key solutions for distribution, construction, and service needs. We serve a diverse clientele including retail fueling stations, commercial and government fleets, and emergency power customers. The Construction Helper performs many tasks that require physical labor on construction sites. The Helper mainly assists the construction craft worker or electrician. They may carry tools and materials or help set up equipment. They are able to perform a wide range of tasks varying in complexity from very easy to extremely difficult and hazardous. Job Duties: • Be able to spot and direct the heavy equipment operators, track hoe and loaders, from the ground during excavation operations. • Operate small equipment, such as a skid steer loader • Cut and thread steel pipe and assist in the fitting and installation of underground and above-ground tanks. • Assist the foreman with shooting grades, and documentation. • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized job site per the foreman’s direction. • Ensure all signs and safety barricades and devices are in place. • Comply with all safety requirements, including the usage of proper personal protective equipment for the task being performed. • Ensure all tools are accounted for, cleaned, and organized on the truck or job trailer. • Keep the job inventory accurate. • Work will include after-hours • Able to work in all weather conditions – significant portion of the work is done outdoors • Willing to travel, up to 50-60% of the time Requirements: • Highschool Diploma or GED required • Possess a valid driver’s license • Work outdoors in all weather conditions • Ability to read a blueprint. • Basic understanding of taking measurements, math, and mechanical skills. • Physical Requirements: Ability to repetitively lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds, frequent bending, stooping, standing 8-10 hours per day. • Must be able to meet company’s employment requirements, which includes passing a drug screen, criminal background check, and MVR, if driving for the company JF Petroleum offers: • Competitive pay • 401(k) with company match • Paid time off • Paid holidays • Health benefits (eligible 1st of the month following 30 days) including Medical, Vision, Dental, Disability • Life insurance-company provided • Bonus program eligibility • Paid training for field personnel • Uniforms provided for field personnel • Relocation Assistance will be considered for qualified candidates • JF Petroleum Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
See More Details >>Experienced Construction Laborer Barber Brothers Contracting Co., LLC, a civil construction contractor located in Baton Rouge, LA, is seeking Experienced Construction Laborers for various projects in and around the area. This is a great career opportunity for a hard working professional looking to join an established organization. The ideal candidate will have a passion for construction and have an appreciation for the fast paced environment of our industry. We are looking for experienced general and skilled laborers with knowledge of tools and equipment including rollers, tampers, measuring tapes and other equipment as necessary per the job. Must also have a willingness to work outdoors in various conditions, including hot and cold weather. The duties of the Construction Laborer position involve physical labor at highway and heavy construction projects. The position may operate a variety of hand and power tools and may clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, clean up rubble and debris, and remove waste materials. • Performs a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in heavy/highway construction projects. • Performs manual work in preparing surfaces for paving. • Level asphalt/aggregate to grade specifications using rakes, shovels and trowels • Excavates and fills trenches and ditches. • Maintains a clean job site: picks up all tools and equipment and secures job site each day to eliminate potential hazards. • Performs materials handling and storage. • Loads and unloads trucks and hauls and hoists materials. • Measure, mark, paint and stake per measurements for grade and pave operations. • Operates equipment such as asphalt saw, concrete saw, chain saw and other power tools to remove asphalt and debris. • Follows direction of foreman as to daily tasks and expectations. • Ensures that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. • Works within a team and complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications Include: • Two Years Construction Experience. • Heavy Highway Experience a Plus. • High School Diploma/GED. • Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen. Employee Benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, Life and, 401K, Compensation is DOE. Barber Brothers Contracting Co., LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Due to the Volume of Applicants, we are unable to answer calls inquiring about the status of individual applicants during the hiring process. We make every effort possible to notify each candidate of the status via email.
See More Details >>Bulldozers, Backhoes and Excavators. Have you ever wanted to operate heavy equipment? Join our team! Job description Heavy Equipment Operator - Excavator, Bulldozer and Backhoe We are currently seeking entry level heavy equipment operators with training provided. • Heavy equipment operation for loading, construction, hauling, excavation and daily maintenance of excavators, bulldozers and backhoes • Prepares sites for building, construction and excavation. • Trenches for irrigation and pipeline • Operates heavy equipment for the use of constructing roads, bridges and buildings Operator Requirements: • Must possess high school diploma / GED • Valid driver’s license • Work overtime • Work in confined spaces • Knowledge of basic tools • Have ability to lift 50 lbs • Clean driving record • Pass a drug test • Must be willing to travel to various job sites
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