Company Description Mississippi Valley Masonry (MVM) is a locally owned and family-operated company specializing in masonry restoration and custom stone design for residential and commercial projects in the greater Mississippi Valley area. With over 20 years of combined experience, MVM delivers exceptional craftsmanship by focusing on creative solutions, attention to detail, and artistry to bring clients' visions to life. Offering a range of services, MVM assists with material selection, pattern design, color coordination, and cost-effective installations. Committed to professionalism, integrity, and quality, MVM prioritizes building trust and delivering a hassle-free, high-quality customer experience. Role Description The Foreman role is a full-time, on-site position based in La Crosse, WI. The Foreman will oversee and manage masonry and construction projects, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Responsibilities include supervising a team of skilled workers, operating heavy equipment, assigning tasks, and maintaining project schedules. The successful candidate will ensure projects adhere to company standards and client expectations, while effectively communicating with team members and clients. Qualifications • Strong Supervisory Skills to lead teams and effectively manage worksite operations and schedules • Proficiency with Heavy Equipment and site machinery • Excellent Communication skills to coordinate tasks and collaborate with team members and clients • Experience in Carpentry, masonry, or related trade work • Basic Maintenance skills to ensure equipment and tools are in good working order • Ability to adhere to and enforce safety protocols on the job site • Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle challenges on-site • Previous work experience in masonry or construction-related industries is highly desirable
See More Details >>Skilled Tradespeople Wanted Celebrated as one of Minnesota's Top Workplaces! Knutson Construction is accepting applications for Skilled Tradespeople to join our team! "Together We Make Dreams Real" that is our purpose as a company and we exist to work in concert with each other, owners, design professionals and trade partners to make the journey as stress-free as possible. Together, we've created a dynamic, fun, inspiring environment where we can be ourselves and grow each day. Knutson is deeply committed to cultivating and upholding diversity throughout our workforce, relationships, and communities. We recognize the utmost importance of continually advancing our comprehension of diversity, equity, and inclusion as transformative forces within our work, industry, and company values. At Knutson, opportunities to shine happen daily. We value what makes you different and empower you to act on your ideas. As a General Contractor, our work is project-based, meaning that workflow fluctuates depending on project schedules and workload demands. We may not be hiring for the specific position or location that you are interested in, but we will keep your information on file and reach out when our demand increases for that position and location. The key field positions that we hire include the following positions. Laborer The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Safely erect, use, and dismantle scaffolding, ladders, platforms, and temporary enclosures while working on multi-level structures and floor openings. • Transport materials, measure, cut, fabricate, place, and secure formwork, pour and finish concrete, and perform tasks such as patching, jackhammering, and applying coatings. • Additional duties include flagging, watchman responsibilities, light chipping, cleanup, and general material handling. Operator The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Perform pre- and post-operation inspections, routine maintenance, and cleaning of equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. • Operate various equipment, including forklifts, cranes, and hoists, following safety standards and signal instructions. • Continuously monitor equipment condition, clean tracks or wheels, and use blocks and outriggers to prevent capsizing when lifting heavy loads. Carpenter The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Read and interpret blueprints while assisting supervisors with structural design, planning, layout, and installation. • Perform repairs and installations of doors, windows, drywall, cabinets, stairs, and other fixtures, ensuring compliance with building codes and safety regulations. • Operate tools and equipment, assess material quality, provide excellent customer service, and perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, climbing, and prolonged standing. Cement Mason The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Set forms, clean and inspect surfaces, and direct concrete casting with the truck driver. • Pour, smooth, level, and compact concrete using handheld and power tools while monitoring weather effects on the curing process. • Apply sealing and hardening components, construct expansion joints, and polish surfaces using power surfacing machines. Brick Mason The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Interpret construction plans, measure distances, and determine material requirements to ensure accurate masonry work. • Mix and apply mortar, lay bricks or blocks, cut and shape materials, and install decorative or structural masonry elements. • Repair and restore masonry structures, check alignment and stability, clean excess mortar, and seal surfaces for a polished finish. All field employees will need to successfully complete a background check, standard drug test, and post-hire physical. Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements: • High School Diploma • Experience requirements may vary depending on the specific role you are interested in at Knutson Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional Benefits & Perks • Pay is based on the Union Scale by location • Specific union-based health and retirement benefits • Performance Based Career Advancement • Mentorship Program • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Mental Health Platform BetterHelp • Employee Referral Bonus Program for specific positions • Additional Knutson perks such as safety celebrations, social gatherings, and family events including Valley Fair. Schedule: Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime and weekend work as needed.
See More Details >>Are you looking for an Construction Technology role? We are adding to our Project Controls Team. We are searching for an Operations Construction Technologist that partners with with project teams, field leaders, Virtual Design and Construction (VDC), Scheduling, and Information Technology (IT), bridging the gap between construction methodology and modern technology to solve problems and drive improvement. Responsibilities: • Research, test, and implement apps and tools to enhance project delivery • Collaborate with leadership to drive innovation across the operational groups • Manage integration of construction technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy for project teams. • Train staff, subcontractors, vendors, and clients through in-person and virtual sessions • Analyze and report on the operational data, generating insights and KPIs that guide decision-making. • Review, prioritize, and address enhancement requests from end users. • Partner with software vendors to resolve issues and explore improvements. • Evaluate user feedback and assess workflow impacts before implementing changes. • Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field preferred, or equivalent work experience. • 5-10 years of experience in construction technology, project controls, VDC, or enterprise software administration. • Familiarity with construction processes and workflows. • Technical proficiency in Autodesk Build, BIM authoring tools, scheduling software, and Power BI. • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability. • Capacity to translate business needs into effective technical solutions. • Skilled communicator capable of training diverse technical solutions. • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently. Who is Brennan? J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. (Brennan) is a 100-year-old, family-owned company that specializes in water-based environmental remediation and marine construction headquartered in La Crosse, WI that offers our employees growth, challenging work, empowerment, and meaningful work. Brennan is known for tackling complex maritime projects, providing unique solutions through teamwork and collaboration, and maintaining a family-orientated culture. Why choose us? • We are a company voted by our employees as a certified Great Place to Work®, and recognized by Fortune magazine as a Best Workplace in Construction. • Our culture sets us apart. We strive to make our company the best possible place to work. We work hard to continue to build a culture in which every individual is important and the key to our success. • Our focus on safety and quality is unmatched in the industry, and our ability to innovate has enabled us to succeed. • We are a family-focused company and are determined to provide a rewarding career that offers above-average compensation. • We offer an industry-leading benefits package. We are proud to offer our employees and their families group health, dental and vision insurance plans, 401(K) program with generous matching, annual bonus eligibility and profit-sharing program. J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Notice to Staffing Agencies J.F. Brennan Company Inc. (“Brennan”) and its subsidiaries will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Brennan, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Brennan mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Brennan employees, or to Brennan’s resume database will be considered Brennan property. Brennan will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Brennan will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Brennan’s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Brennan will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Brennan’s Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee. No other Brennan employee is authorized to bind Brennan to any agreement regarding the placement of candidate by Agencies.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the masonry trade in La Crosse, WI, often begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom instruction. This comprehensive training typically lasts about four years, requiring extensive on-the-job training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 424,665 masonry workers in La Crosse, with an average wage of $436.60 per week. The trade is expected to see limited growth, but with the retirement of existing workers, there is a steady need for new entrants. Apprenticeships in La Crosse offer a pathway to a stable career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $67,000 annually for experienced professionals.
