Master Your Craft on High-Stakes Commercial Projects - Join Potts Masonry Inc. as an Expert Mason - Commercial Projects! Job Title: Expert Mason - Commercial Projects Company Name: Potts Masonry Inc. Holland, MI Salary: $23.00 - $32.00 an hour Job Type: Full-time Full Job Description Potts Masonry Inc. is looking for a highly skilled Expert Mason - Commercial Projects to join our Commercial Division, focusing on complex and large-scale projects such as elevator shafts and code-compliant structures. The successful candidate will be proficient in laying brick and block, ensuring layout and height accuracy, and maintaining a productive pace alongside the team. If you have a strong work ethic, thrive working at heights, and excel in delivering high-quality masonry under all weather conditions, we want you on our team! Who we are: Potts Masonry is a family owned and oriented masonry company that doesn't sacrifice quality for quantity. We prioritize helping our people grow professional and personally, as well as maintaining our well-established reputation in West Michigan as a premier masonry company. Ready to make the jump? We are seeking a coachable, intuitive, and proactive masons to join our team at Potts Masonry. If you don't enjoy working with others, lack commitment, or you struggle with communication, this is NOT the position for you! Core Values: We take great pride in our culture and are committed to our core values of Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. Integrity: We're the most trusted masonry company in West Michigan, and we've built this reputation through honesty, transparency, and dependability. We do the right thing, even when no one is looking. Collaboration: We don't just work side-by-side, we work together. We respect each other and value the different skills, talents, and knowledge each pers brings to the team. We believe that with shared goals, we can achieve far more than through individual effort. Excellence: We strive for nothing less than best-in-class craftsmanship and are dedicated to continuous improvement. We show up and give 100%, taking pride in our professionalism, high-quality service, and efficient operation. If these core values resonate with you and you want to be a part of our growing organization, apply today! Requirements: • valid drivers license and reliable transportation • at least 3 years experience laying brick block and stone • a good attitude and team mentality Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Brick & Block Work: Expertly lay bricks and blocks, ensuring adherence to commercial code requirements and maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship. • Blueprint Reading: Interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications to ensure accuracy in layout and height. • Efficiency: Maintain a steady pace with the team to meet project timelines and quality expectations. • Elevator Shafts & Codes: Execute complex installations such as elevator shafts while strictly adhering to commercial building codes and regulations. • Scaffolding & Heights: Build, use, and work safely on scaffolding and lifts, maintaining compliance with safety protocols. • Tool Management: Bring and utilize personal mason hand tools effectively for all tasks. • Mortar & Grout Work: Mix mortar or grout and apply evenly to surfaces, ensuring a strong bond and removing excess material. • Cutting & Positioning: Use cutting and sawing techniques to shape bricks and blocks, aligning materials to achieve desired patterns or structural integrity. • Repair & Replace: Identify and repair or replace damaged materials as needed. • Safety Compliance: Enforce and adhere to all safety practices and regulations on job sites. The ideal candidate should possess: • Experience: Highly skilled in laying brick and block, with a proven ability to execute commercial projects. • Blueprint Skills: Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and construction plans for precise layout and height work. • Stamina & Strength: Physical ability to perform manual labor in all weather conditions, including lifting heavy materials and working outdoors year-round. • Tool Proficiency: Must have and know how to use personal mason hand tools effectively. • Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering top-quality work. • Problem-Solving: Ability to work efficiently while addressing challenges that may arise on-site. • Team Player: Maintain pace and collaboration with the crew to achieve project goals. • Safety Focus: Commitment to following all safety guidelines, especially when working at heights or with complex structures. Benefits: • HSA insurance • company matching 401k plan • paid holidays • paid vacation • weekly pay • annual bonuses • year round work • Paid time off • Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs • Retirement benefits or account Additional Compensation: • Bonuses Type of Work: • Construction - Involves the operation of small equipment and tools, including: Saws, Drills Expected hours: 40-50 per week Benefit: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Health insurance • Health savings account • Paid time off Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Application Question(s): • What skills or characteristics to you have that make you a good fit for this job? Education: • High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: • Masons: 3 years (Required) Language: • English (Required) License/Certification: • Drivers License (Required) Work Location: On the road Apply today to advance your career in commercial masonry with Potts Masonry Inc., where your skills and dedication are recognized and rewarded! We foster a family-like environment where every employee is valued. As an equal opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity in our workforce, recognizing that innovation thrives on varied perspectives. We embrace individuals from diverse backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, and education, without regard to race, age, gender, or sexual identity.
See More Details >>Company Overview Vander Veen Excavating is a leading provider of excavation and construction services, specializing in earthmoving and site preparation. We are committed to delivering high-quality results while ensuring safety and efficiency on every project. Summary We are seeking a dedicated Laborer to join our team at Vander Veen Excavating. In this role, you will assist with various tasks related to excavation and construction projects, contributing to the successful completion of our operations. This position is essential for maintaining workflow and supporting our skilled workforce. Responsibilities • Assist in the preparation of job sites by clearing debris and ensuring safety protocols are followed. • Handle materials effectively, including loading and unloading supplies as needed. • Follow instructions from supervisors to complete tasks efficiently and safely. • Maintain a clean and organized work environment to promote safety and productivity. • Participate in training sessions to enhance skills related to excavation and construction. Requirements • Previous experience in labor or construction roles is preferred but not required. • Ability to operate basic machinery such as cranes or forklifts is a plus. • Strong communication skills for effective teamwork on job sites. • Willingness to learn new skills and adhere to safety standards. • Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy materials as needed. If you're ready to dig into a rewarding career with Vander Veen Excavating, we invite you to apply today! Join us in shaping the future of construction. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.50 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week Schedule: • 10 hour shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Decking, siding, and Window installers. Be part of our great team: HVE INC. An established, family oriented, strong home exterior company is seeking candidates to fill a positions of siding, window, and decking installers for our crews. We have year around work and focus strongly on taking care of our employees and their families with perks and benefits. Our jobs are generally within driving distance of the Kalamazoo, and we start at the job rather than at the office on a daily basis. We work as a crew (team) on all our projects. Individual needs to have knowledge about measuring, angle reading, safety, using power tools, and be able to work on picks and ladders. We work with 5-6 person crews, therefore this person should have people skills that including adjusting with different employee personalities and beliefs, and be able to communicate with homeowners and suppliers. Our experiences are with vinyl siding, steel, Hardie Board cement board siding, and LP smart side and PVC for our siding. We do wood and composite decking. Replacement and new construction windows and door installs. All trailers and power tools are supplied by the employer. Hand tools are required by employees. All you need to do is show up to work, and have a great personality and smile. Applicant needs to have your own vehicle and valid drivers license to be able to get to the job sight. We try and make our work environment fun, yet safety first. How can HVE help you and why should you consider moving to our team: • At HVE, INC. our employee's health, family and happiness are top priority. We offer great work environments and benefits such as paid vacations, Paid Holidays, and 401-k programs, partially paid individual health insurance. • Salaries are based on experience. With little experience and much needed training, salary will be near the bottom tier. More experienced with less training will be towards the middle tier. No training at all will be in the top tier of our salaries. We strive to keep work year around. We look out for you and your family and have strong family morals. Visit our web sight at hvext.com. Fill out our on line application on the icon "apply now" Our Mission: Our mission is to make a positive and long lasting relationship with our customers and contractors through detail and service minded attitudes, thus ensuring the company's longevity from repetitive business through customer satisfaction. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Health insurance • Paid time off • Profit sharing Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Application Question(s): • Are you able to get up on pics and ladders at heights above 25' ? • We are based in the Kalamazoo area but can you do jobs up to 60 min away. Are you able and willing to travel to jobs at certain times that are an hours drive away? Most jobs don't last over a few weeks. • Are you willing to have a workshop interview proving your work related experiences? • Do you have at least 5 full continuous years of experience installing Siding, windows, and doors, carpentry, or have 2 full years of framing experience? Experience: • decking: 2 years (Required) • framing: 5 years (Required) • Siding: 5 years (Required) License/Certification: • Driver's License (Required) Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>Entering the masonry trade in Kalamazoo, MI, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 47,918 masonry workers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $53,010, translating to $25.49 per hour. In Kalamazoo, MI, the average weekly wage for masonry workers is approximately $1,040, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $1,640 weekly. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring masons in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
