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General Laborer – PCI Des Moines
full-timeDes Moines

Summary

Location

Des Moines

Type

full-time

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About this role

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.
 

Our success relies on the hard work and dedication of our general laborers. Whether you're just starting your career or have experience in the field, your journey with us begins here, contributing to the foundation and success of every project.

Job Description

Job duties may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Assists carpenters by holding and securing lumber used in build process; ensures lumber is level or plumb during installation
  • Assists with building forms for pouring concrete
  • Prepares work area by transporting needed tools and equipment from storage facility
  • Loads and unloads building materials to be used on construction projects
  • Builds and disassembles scaffolding, bracing, and other temporary structures used on construction sites
  • Removes debris and possible hazards to keep construction sites clean and safe
  • Digs trenches and holes needed in construction projects
  • Keep machines serviced
  • Ability to follow instructions from supervisors, foremen, and carpenters
  • Knowledge of carpentry and construction techniques and procedures
  • On-the-job training offered

This position is safety-sensitive.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Ability to perform basic math
  • Able to withstand prolonged periods standing and working outside
  • Physically able to perform assigned tasks
  • Must be able to lift 40 pounds at a time

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.  

PCG is a background screening, drug-free workplace. In accordance with the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated (T.C.A.), Title 50, Chapter 9, PCG’s Drug-Free Workplace Program includes drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process and throughout employment, as applicable.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

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Other facts

Tech stack
Carpentry,Construction Techniques,Basic Math,Physical Fitness,Safety Awareness,Teamwork,Tool Handling,Debris Removal,Concrete Preparation,Scaffolding,Instruction Following,Problem Solving,Time Management,Communication,Adaptability,Hazard Awareness

About Performance Contracting Group

Performance Contracting Inc. (PCI) is one of the leading specialty contractors in the United States. We provide more than 25 quality services and products to the industrial, commercial, and non-residential markets – from complex interior build-out services to large-scale insulation systems and scaffolding. This allows PCI to offer our customers diverse but related services, making PCI a true "single-source"​ contractor for many customers.

We are proud to say that our selective hiring process and active recruiting methods have produced an incredible team of overachievers. We now employ more than 8,900 people across the U.S.

Ranked by ENR Magazine, as of November 2024:
#1 – Top Wall and Ceiling Contractors in the U.S.
#12 – Top Specialty Contractors in the U.S.
#8 – Top Asbestos Abatement Contractors in the U.S.

PCI is the largest subsidiary of Performance Contracting Group (PCG). PCG was formed in February 1987 when the 40-year-old contracting division was purchased from Owens Corning Fiberglas by several existing employees. Since then, PCG's reputation for "providing value that exceeds customers’ expectations"​ has warranted our significant growth. PCG is employee-owned and has 60+ offices throughout the United States.

Discover more about our company by visiting www.PerformanceContracting.com.

Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
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Industry: Construction
Founding Year: 1987

What you'll do

  • General laborers assist carpenters and other construction workers with various tasks, including preparing work areas, loading materials, and maintaining site safety. They are also responsible for building and disassembling temporary structures and ensuring that the work environment is clean and hazard-free.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a General Laborer – PCI Des Moines do at Performance Contracting Group?

As a General Laborer – PCI Des Moines at Performance Contracting Group, you will: general laborers assist carpenters and other construction workers with various tasks, including preparing work areas, loading materials, and maintaining site safety. They are also responsible for building and disassembling temporary structures and ensuring that the work environment is clean and hazard-free..

Why join Performance Contracting Group as a General Laborer – PCI Des Moines?

Performance Contracting Group is a leading Construction company.

Is the General Laborer – PCI Des Moines position at Performance Contracting Group remote?

The General Laborer – PCI Des Moines position at Performance Contracting Group is based in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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