Becoming a masonry worker typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 47,918 masonry workers nationwide, with projections showing a -2% growth rate from 2018-2028. In Greensburg, IN, the average weekly wage for masonry workers is approximately $1,200. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Mason Tenders' Training Fund help aspiring masonry workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $67,000 annually for experienced professionals.
About Schutte Excavating: We're a professional team committed to fostering a positive work environment where good people thrive, achieving excellence while working without drama and distractions. We develop critical infrastructure that contributes to economic development and community well-being, supports urban growth, optimizes agriculture, manages environmental impact, and ensures safe transportation. How you'll get to contribute: Lead all aspects of $500K - $3M design-build concrete, water, storm sewer, and sanitary line projects including earthwork and carpentry. Foster a safe and enjoyable work environment while delivering exceptional project results. What you'll get to do: • Be part of a safe and engaged team by ensuring adherence to safety protocols and prioritizing the well-being of our most important assets, people. • Take pride in fostering personal growth in the construction industry by working hard through manual labor and learning new skills. • Ensure overall project quality and ground-level craftsmanship. • Build a positive work environment with co-workers while performing daily tasks together. About you: • You're an endlessly curious student of life, always seeking opportunities for self-improvement, ways to actively support the development of your team, and fresh approaches to drive company growth. • You know what you know, and you know what you don't. The collective success of your team is more important to you than your own personal achievements. • Your leadership recipe calls for a generous portion of accountability, a dash of humor, and zero parts drama. • Personal motivation to persevere through weather conditions that are not always ideal. • Ability to work hard and stay busy. • You have some familiarity with general commercial construction. • You can pass a drug screen and have a valid driver's license. Even better (but not required) if: • You have a Class A CDL What’s in it for you: • Well-being/stability • No seasonal layoffs. • 100% health, dental, vision, life, disability, and illness/accident premium coverage after 30 days • Employee assistance program • Financial support • Simple IRA with 100% match up to 3% • Paid commute to job sites • Personal cell phone allowance • Work/life balance • While other companies may have you working 60-70 hours a week and spending extended time away from home, we average 40-43 hours per week and stay within a 60-mile radius of Greensburg • 8 paid holidays plus a paid week off between Christmas and New Years • 1 week PTO for years 1-4 with an increasing schedule thereafter • Workwear/gear/swag • PPE (Hardhat, gloves, safety glasses, ear protection) • Company owned hand and power tools for use. • Starter set of Hi-Vis shirts and vest • Probationary Period Eligibility & Incentives • Annual Boot Allowance (6 months) • Uniforms (3 months) • Quarterly Safety Bonus (6 months) FAQs • What is the typical schedule? Monday - Friday; 7:30 - 4:00 (start and end times may need to vary at times) • What are some of the specific projects you do? We do commercial projects like laying sewer and sanitary pipes, running water lines, and lots of concrete work (sidewalks, curbs, roads, and decorative). We also move dirt and use GPS for grading. • What do you do in the winter? We can still pour concrete in the winter and there is plenty to do around the shop to keep people busy on slow days. We also use this time to train and develop. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace and creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We comply with all applicable laws governing EEO and affirmative action, and we ensure that all employment decisions are made solely based on job-related qualifications and merit.
See More Details >>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
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