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.
See More Details >>Join Our Team as an Equipment Operator! We are looking for Construction Laborers to join our team, where they will be responsible for setting up site prep/clean-up, loading/unloading materials, and removing, filling, or compacting earth with construction machines or hand tools. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining various machines, load and unload frequently heavy materials, and follow directions from supervisors and other skilled tradesmen. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, adhere to EPA, OSHA, and local requirements regarding safety and handling hazardous materials. To do well in this role you should be physically fit, punctual, reliable, and be a hard worker in various weather conditions. Employee Benefits • Weekly Paycheck • Home Most Nights and Weekends to Spend with Family and Friends • Medical Insurance - Personal Paid by Company • Dental Insurance • Paid Vacation • 401K Retirement Match • Profit Sharing • Partial Boot reimbursement Job Duties • Prep construction sites by cleaning obstacles and hazards • Load or unload construction materials • Put together and take apart temporary structures, such as scaffolding • Preform site clean-up • Remove, fill, or compact earth • Follow instructions from supervisors • Light Traveling for site work • Willingness to operate equipment in a safe manner or under direct supervision • Use variety of hand tools to complete necessary work • Cleaning, lubricating, and performing regular safety checks on equipment. • Execute and complete detail-oriented tasks under pressure • Minimum 40 hrs/week Required Qualifications • 18+ years of age - No Exceptions • Driver’s license or transportation to/from work • Ability to do physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks • Ability to work in all weather • Workers must be punctual and reliable Preferred Qualifications • OSHA 10 Certification • OSHA 30 Certification • Forklift Operator Training • Commercial driver’s license Successful Employee Traits • Possess desire to learn on-the-job training and adapt quickly • Ability to do physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks • Ability to work in all weather • Workers must be punctual and reliable • Be willing to work as needed • Maintain clean and organized work environment • Facilitate and maintain communication with other employees efficiently • Ability to plan task accordingly with work load • Desire to progress and potentially run a crew long term #hc130775
See More Details >>Forks Lath & Plaster (FLP) is currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team. We currently looking to add Construction General Laborers to our team in the Grand Forks & Fargo areas, as well as throughout the state. The Construction General Laborer is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient construction site. The Construction General Laborer will be responsible for performing day-to-day construction tasks related to steel stud framing and drywall installing and finishing. They will assist the steel framers on commercial projects with cutting material, trimming material to size, and using power/hand tools as needed. They will also assist with any drywall installing or finishing tasks as needed. Applicants must have/possess: • High physical capacity/able to lift 50+ lbs • High school diploma or GED equivalent • Driver’s license and reliable means of transportation • Clear background screen WHY JOIN THE FLP TEAM? • Competitive Salary – DOE • Three Day Weekends! Set Monday to Thursday Schedule! (Overtime hours are available based on project demands and operational needs) • 100% Paid Premium Healthcare Plan • Voluntary Vision and Dental Insurance Plans • Retirement Plan with Company Match • Annual Profit Sharing Bonus • Paid Travel & Lodging + Daily Per Diem Bonuses • Weekly Direct Deposit Pay • Potential for Wage Increase After First 90 Days • Paid Time Off Package • In-House Apprenticeship Program • Safety and Skills Training • Tool Buying Assistance Program • Clothing Issuance • Employee Referral Bonus Program Year-round work on commercial projects throughout the Fargo and Grand Forks, ND areas! Previous experience is preferred, but is not required. Training provided on-site! Three day weekends! Set Monday to Thursday schedule! Starting wage: $23+ per hour , compensation is dependent on experience. Overtime hours are available based on project demands and operational needs. FLP is an exceptional company seeking exceptional people. We are a family owned business that strives to promote cohesion and collaboration throughout our organization. We focus not only on the quality of the services we provide, but the quality of the people we employ. Come practice your passion with us and become a part of a rewarding career with FLP! Forks Lath & Plaster, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their veteran status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, or any other characteristic protected under local, state or federal statute, ordinance, or regulation. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $23.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Employee discount • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Health savings account • Paid time off • Referral program • Retirement plan Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Becoming a mason in Wahpeton, ND, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning. This pathway allows individuals to earn while they learn, with apprenticeships lasting about four to five years and requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 47,918 masons nationwide, with a median annual wage of $53,010. In Wahpeton, ND, masons have seen a 12% increase in wages over the past five years, with an average weekly wage of $1,210. Trade schools, unions, and local training programs help aspiring masons find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals, especially those specializing in areas like polished concrete.
