Becoming a mason in Springfield, IL typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 47,918 masons nationwide, with projections showing a -2% growth rate from 2018-2028. The median annual wage for masonry workers was $53,010 ($25.49 per hour) as of May 2023, with the highest 10% of masonry workers earning more than $85,630 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
: At Jansen Cable Construction, as a Laborer on our Underground Telecom team, you’ll participate in all phases of underground construction, including loading, delivery, digging, and equipment operation. What you’ll do as a Laborer: • Perform construction tasks including loading, delivery, digging, and operating equipment • Install underground telecommunications cabling • Operate construction equipment, and maintain work areas • Clearly communicate with all team members • Complete daily production reports • Help with site restoration efforts • Perform work in all weather conditions • Other duties as assigned As required by Illinois regulation, the pay range for this position if performed in Illinois is $20-22 per hour. : What you’ll need: • To be 18 years of age or older • Authorization to work in the United States for this company • High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience • Previous experience safely operating various hand tools and utility trucks, is preferred Physical abilities & exposures • Routinely: work alone in remote locations and in confined spaces with arms above shoulder level, operate vehicle and heavy machinery, squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs and lift greater than 55 pounds • Occasionally: use ladder, keyboard and mouse : What you'll get… • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no additional cost • Medical Plans • * Telehealth • Surgery Plus • Mental Health Care • Prescription Plans • PPO and HD options • Dental and Vision Plans • Flexible Spending Accounts and self-contributed HAS • Education/Tuition Reimbursement • Short and Long Term Disability • Provided Life Insurance and AD&D • 401k Retirement Savings w/ Company Match • Stock Purchase Plan • Company Discounts • Legal Insurance • Paid Family Leave • Paid Time Off and Holidays Who we are… JCCI is a full-service, turnkey telecom contractor based out of Effingham, Illinois. Our team is made up of the industry’s best specialists, from hands-on technicians to administrative professionals, we are able to accommodate projects of all scales. We are a company united in our vision of connecting America. Our culture is grounded in and shaped by our values. These values act as our behavioral compass and guide how we interact with each other, our customers, and the communities in which we operate. Across our teams, we strive to treat each other with respect, value different perspectives and experiences, keep our and others' safety top of mind, and uphold the highest ethical standards. Our company supplies the single most critical resource telecom service providers need: skilled people. We provide opportunities for our people to learn and develop the skills and knowledge to be successful in their current role as well as to prepare them for future growth within the company. Join us! : EEO: Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories. Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.
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
See More Details >>Construction Foreman Who We Are Landmarc Environmental Systems, LLC (Landmarc) was conceived by a few environmental professionals, very experienced in both solid waste management and construction. Since then, Landmarc has grown dramatically into a multi-disciplined, vertically-integrated landfill construction and service company. Our resources and unbeatable expertise enable us to respond quickly and effectively to the dynamics of the marketplace. We are one of the largest contractors in the nation to provide gas extraction, leachate collection, and operations and maintenance services for the landfill industry. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.lmenvsys.com/. Position Benefits, Responsibilities and Qualifications An employee in this position performs tasks involving overseeing site work and system operations. This includes supervising work performed by laborers or operators, servicing landfill gas flares, pumps, and controls, performing inspections, troubleshooting, taking readings, and various other duties as assigned. Benefits • Benefits begin on the first day of employment • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance • Financial Security: Paid Time Off – PTO, Holidays, 401(k) with company match, health savings account, and flexible spending accounts • Pay Range: $20.00 - $28.00/hr, DOE • Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education • Additional Benefits: From day one, disability insurance, life insurance, an employee assistance program, Paid Parental Leave, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance to name a few Responsibilities • Oversees work done on-site • Assesses job priorities and makes decisions accordingly • Communicates with supervisors regarding project progress • Gives instructions on what tasks need to be done • Ensures timely completion of projects • Maintains records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used • Understands pump controls and piping configurations • Understands how SCADA systems operate • Performs various inspections • Performs various maintenance tasks • Understands basic electrical safety requirements • Understands landfill drawings and layouts • Understands how to use equipment used on site • Inventories and requests equipment and supplies as needed • Complies with and enforces company policies and procedures with an emphasis in safety • Welds HDPE pipe and fittings • Extrusion welds HDPE liner material • Understands and implements lock-out / tag-out procedures Qualifications • High school education. • Minimum of 5 years relevant construction experience. • Experience leading a construction crew • Leadership and strong collaboration skills. • Customer/Client Focus. • Decision Making. • Ethical Conduct. • Problem Solving. • Project Management. If you are qualified, are wanting a new opportunity and are looking for a solid future, send in your resume! And please, check out our website http://www.lmenvsys.com/. EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability Landmarc Environmental Systems maintains a drug-free workplace.
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