Entering the masonry trade in Kinston, NC, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 63 masonry workers in Kinston, NC, with wages averaging $196.33 per week. The local job market shows a steady demand for skilled masons, with a projected 0% growth from 2023 to 2033, but with consistent opportunities for new entrants due to retirements. Aspiring masons can find apprenticeship opportunities through trade schools, unions, and local training programs, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Job Description: Your main goal as a Crawlspace Technician/Construction Laborer will be to help solve customers' problems regarding the condition of their crawl space and/or basement. You will be working closely with 1-2 other crew members to address our customers' needs by remediating moisture issues (laying moisture barrier, digging French drains, installing dehumidifiers, etc.) and helping to repair structural damage (sistering joists, building drop girders, etc.) in the crawl space and/or basement. What We Offer: • Competitive Pay: base pay based on experience/skill, plus bonus program. Total pay upwards of $20-$30/hr. • Training: paid hands-on training; perfect for those who are eager to learn and grow • Health: Employer sponsored Health insurance is available, as well as group Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Voluntary Life insurance. • Relax: Holiday Pay and Paid Time Off • Retirement: IRA with Company Match available • Growth: build your skills and experience to grow in the company • Stability: full-time, non-seasonal work in a supportive, value-driven environment • Will be supplied work shirts, hats, headlamps, knee pads, and crawl suit. Must provide own work khakis. What You’ll Do: • Light carpentry • Hauling material • Light plumbing • Light masonry • Tool Inventory/Maintenance Who We’re Looking For: The ideal candidate is someone who ... • Has previous experience with construction and repair (preferred), most notably repairs in the crawlspace, including structural repair (sills, girders, joists, subfloors, piers) and moisture remediation (interior french drains, moisture barriers, dehumidification systems). • Is willing to be flexible in duties from day to day and hour to hour. • Has a Driver’s License, and is able to pass a DMV license check and have reliable transportation to and from work. • Has excellent people skills, professional in their interactions with both customers and coworkers. • Has a strong desire to reach and exceed set goals in all areas of the job. • Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly.
See More Details >>Position: Laborer (Construction/Landscaping) - Kinston, NC Description Full-Time Laborer (Construction/Landscaping) Pay Rate: $14.00-$17.00 Valor Environmental is the largest full-service environmental services company in the United States. Valor’s services include erosion control, land services, street sweeping, and site maintenance nationwide. Incentives: • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Accident Insurance • Paid Holidays • Paid Time Off • 401k with great company match • Bi-weekly pay • Year-Round work RESPONSIBILITIES (Training Provided) • Install and remove Silt Fence on construction sites • Install erosion control blankets, wattles, turbidity barriers, etc. • Work with hand tools (sledge hammer, shovels, utility knives, staple guns, backpack blowers, etc.) • Work in a safe, efficient manner wearing proper protective equipment at all times while working • Work to make sure client construction sites are clean and presentable Requirements • Construction or landscaping experience preferred • Must be able to physically work outdoors in all types of weather • Must be able to work weekends and extended hours as needed Physical Requirements Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks. Be able to lift 50 pounds of weight frequently throughout assigned workday. (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions) #J-18808-Ljbffr
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 About the Company: US Navy Reserve
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