Job Description Expand your construction skills and join the Army National Guard as a Carpentry and Masonry Specialist. You'll gain extensive, hands-on experience in the construction and maintenance of rigging devices, building layout, framing, and fabrication, and assisting in combat engineer missions. Through the use of your basic carpentry and masonry skills, your responsibilities will involve general heavy carpentry, structural steel, and masonry duties that include the fabrication, erection, maintenance, and repair of rigging devices, trusses, and other structural assemblies. Job Duties • Assist in the performance of combat engineer missions Some of the Skills You'll Learn • Basics in concrete technology, materials, proportioning, and control tests • Proper use of finishing tools • Edging, jointing, curing, and protection • Basics in structure foaming, roofing, and flooring Helpful Skills • Enjoy doing physical work • Interest in science and math • Preference for working outdoors • Interest in working with your hands Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career in commercial and residential construction as a mason, carpenter, cement mason, concrete finisher, drywall installer, or ceiling tile installer. If you achieve an advanced level, you could hold positions such as foreman, shift manager, field supervisor, or inspector. Earn While You Learn Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance. After 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you will learn fundamental Soldiering skills, you will attend nine weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), which includes a combination of hands-on and classroom training. As your skills increase, so will your responsibilities. Advanced Carpentry and Masonry Specialists take on more challenging projects, including training and supervising other Soldiers. Benefits/Requirements Benefits • Paid training • A monthly paycheck • Montgomery GI Bill • Federal and State tuition assistance • Retirement benefits for part-time service • Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage) • 401(k)-type savings plan • Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans) • Health care benefits available • VA home loans • Bonuses, if applicable • Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change Requirements • Military enlistment in the Army National Guard • Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate • Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 • Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards • Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details) Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability. Other Job Information Engineer
See More Details >>The Brick Boss is a fast-growing construction company specializing in New Construction Services across the state of Michigan. We pride ourselves on high-quality workmanship, strong work ethic, and creating opportunities for our team to grow. As our company continues to expand, we’re looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who are ready to grow with us. Check us out at www.thebrickboss.com Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Paid training • Tools provided • Vision insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 8 hour shift • Overtime Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Are you looking to be part of something BIGGER? FSM, a Groundworks Company, offers competitive hourly pay + bonus paid per job, employee ownership, and a fast track to leadership positions. We're hiring Installers (Construction General Laborers) for our award-winning team in Traverse City, MI! Why This Job Rocks: • Growth Opportunities: Advance to Foreman in just one year, we promote from within over 80% of the time. • Employee Ownership: Become an OWNER in 6 months - we invest in you! • We Embrace Meritocracy - your hard work is rewarded. • Award-Winning Culture: Join a Best Workplace - our core values are the foundation of our decisions and the essence of who we are. What We Provide: • Pay: Competitive hourly pay + bonus paid per job ($40k-50k/yr average) • Tools & Transportation: Provided & get a FREE pair of work boots each year! • Year-Round Work: Full-time, nonseasonal, consistent work. • Career Development: Clear career path, certifications & leadership training • Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life insurance, 401(k) with match, 2 weeks PTO & 6 paid holidays! What We Expect: • Contribute to our high-performance team, we WIN together! • We work until it's done right. Period • Build open and honest relationships with communication. • Embrace & drive growth. Get ready to grow your skills & your career. • Deliver quality through great service. • Be humble - We all put our boots on the same way. • Protect, repair, and improve our customers' greatest asset - their home. What You Can Expect: • Execute Construction General Labor duties Learn our business and grow your career • Organize, carry and load heavy (up to 50lbs) job materials. Perform set-up and clean-up tasks on the job site. • Dig and back-fill trenches/holes. • Make repairs in crawl spaces (confined spaces), basements, and around home foundations. • Perform work duties while exposed to the outdoor elements: extreme heat, extreme cold, rainy weather, etc. • Valid driver's license preferred - required for promotion. Groundworks® is the leading provider of Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Basement Waterproofing, and Concrete Lifting & Stabilization. With locations across the USA and Canada, Groundworks is the leading foundation solutions and water management company in North America! Recognized as a Top Workplaces USA™ company and offering employee ownership for everyone, we're building something that just can't be replicated. And we're on a mission to change an industry like never before! We're unique here at Groundworks. We are all connected through the same vision, mission, and values, and we are stronger together. We're proud to be the Groundworks Tribe! Our highly trained teams have decades of experience delivering innovative solutions, unmatched quality, and industry-leading warranties, helping homeowners everywhere protect and repair their most valuable asset - their home. When customers choose a local Groundworks company, they can feel confident they're hiring the trusted local experts who will ensure the job's done right. When you choose Groundworks, you'll join thousands of Tribemates who are making history.
See More Details >>Entering the masonry trade in Traverse City, 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 an average annual wage of $53,010, translating to about $1,020 per week. The masonry trade in Traverse City, MI, projects a 0% growth from 2023 to 2033, but with approximately 21,800 openings annually due to retirements and career changes, offering a steady demand for skilled workers. Aspiring masons can find apprenticeship opportunities through trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $85,630 annually for experienced professionals.
