The Natural Garden designs and installs living landscapes and restores natural habitats in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley and Piedmont. In our landscapes we work primarily with native plants to feed the pollinators and support the greater food web, adding edible, herbal, and medicinal plants to nourish both human and wild inhabitants. Old-world stonework is incorporated into our ecological landscape designs to visually anchor the garden with timeless beauty. With over 25 years’ experience, The Natural Garden is the Shenandoah Valley’s source for creating healthy natural outdoor living spaces and for restoring streams, meadows, and woodlands to habitats of increasing biodiversity and natural beauty. The best candidate for Dry Stone Mason & Restoration Landscape Technician has a love for the fine art of dry stonework and gets energy from creating works of art that will stand the test of time. They appreciate the balancing act required to bring safe, efficient, high-q...
See More Details >>About us Carr Masonry and Construction is a family owned business in Dayton, VA. We are a growing company looking to hire for numerous positions. Most of the work we perform is with in one hour radius around Harrisonburg. Our goal is to have team members who want to work together to better each other and community. Trim carpenter will be responsible for the installation, repair, and finishing of various interior and exterior architectural elements, including moldings, baseboards, casings, doors, windows, cabinetry, and other decorative features. They work in residential and commercial construction projects to ensure that all trim work is executed with precision and attention to detail. Skills - Proficient in carpentry techniques such as plumb, level, and square - Experience with flooring installation techniques - Knowledge of power tools and their safe operation - Expertise in frame carpentry for constructing building frameworks - Understanding of roof construction and repair methods - Ability to restore existing structures by repairing or replacing damaged components - Basic electrical knowledge for installation of lighting fixtures or outlets - Proficiency in door hanging techniques for proper installation Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: • Paid time off Schedule: • Monday to Friday Ability to Commute: • Dayton, VA 22821 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Dayton, VA 22821: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>What You'll Do: Join ECS Limited as a Field Technician and receive a $250 signing bonus! No experience required and all training and certifications are provided! ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician to join our Harrisonburg team and advance in a dynamic work environment. No prior experience is needed, as you'll work under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn to safely perform a variety of tasks. Responsibilities • Field Activities: Conduct observation, testing, and sampling of materials, including soils, aggregates, and concrete on construction materials testing project sites; Execute tasks based on project requirements under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers. • Testing Procedures: Conduct routine field and/or laboratory tests for soils, aggregates, and concrete using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards and compliance. • Data Collection: Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspection; May assist with calculations, drafting, and other administrative duties as requested. • Communication: Maintain daily communication with site contractors, fellow technicians, and project managers; Communicate changing site conditions and additional requested testing to supervisor; Attend project meetings as requested; Assist with organization of field equipment and notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment as needed. • Training and Development: Receive training in ECS methodology for project observations, inspections, and testing; Document findings with precision in accordance with accepted engineering practices. Career Development As your experience grows, ECS will: • Support you in enhancing your professional skills. • Encourage participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by organizations such as OSHA 10, ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, various State DOTs, WACEL, and others, as appropriate. What We're Looking For: Required Qualifications • No experience required. • High school diploma or GED. • Must be able to lift a minimum of 85 pounds. • Must have valid driver's license and insurance. • Willing to develop understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures. • Willing to obtain knowledge of CMT principles and applications, as well as ASTM laboratory standards, leading to certifications in soils, concrete, and radiation safety. • OSHA 10 certification may be required. • Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing). • Ability to work effectively with contractors, peers, and supervisors. Who We Are: ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 2,800 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2025). For additional information about ECS click here. We love our employees and we show this through providing some great benefits, including paid time off, health and other insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. Click here to learn more about the great benefits at ECS. ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
See More Details >>Entering the masonry trade in Harrisonburg, VA typically begins 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 masonry workers nationwide, with projections showing a -2% growth rate from 2018-2028. However, 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 Gild help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
