Construction Skilled Labor - Firestopping

Newport News VA

Description

Entry Level Firestopping Laborer/ Installer position. This involves installing specialty engineered and approved products to seal openings and penetrations in fire-rated walls or floors to bring construction up to proper life safety codes for our clients. Installers are responsible to label and document appropriately. Organizing all jobsite related materials and keeping workspace and equipment clean is a must. Safety is key for us! We expect you to be compliant with safety standards and measures. What you can expect from us: • Regular 40 hour Mon-Fri schedule (Rare but occasional weekend and/or night work) • Local work within 60mi. of home location (Rare but occasional travel required) • Travel pay for any work outside 30 miles from your home • Health Insurance • Vision/ Dental Insurance • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Paid time off • Holiday Pay • Thorough training process • Regular raise opportunities • Bonus Pay Opportunities • Holiday parties and summer picnics We are: • Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused • Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture • Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative • Growth-oriented -- committed to continuous learning, improvement, and innovation at all levels • Progressive oriented leaders – servant leadership and leading from the front to accomplish a common goal What we expect from you: • Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous • People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects • Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction • Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture • Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail • Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction • Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity • Tolerant of High Stress -- thrives in a high-pressure environment Job Requirements: • Must be 18 or older • Basic construction knowledge and experience a plus • A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation • Ability to be on your feet for an 8-hour shift • Ability to climb up and down ladders • Ability to work from ladders or man-lifts for extended periods • Must have basic knowledge of hand and power equipment, must own basic hand tools • Basic technology skills to communicate, send or receive documents, and complete work logs digitally • Ability to lift 50 pounds • High School Diploma or GED • Must be able to pass a drug test • Must be able to pass background check for federal work locations Job Type: • Full-time, 40 hrs/wk. • Salary: $14.00 to $20.00 /hour -- Possible higher starting pay if already trained to identify and install firestop UL systems, and if you have experience in installing firestop products, caulks, collars, putty, spray, mineral wool, and other materials following manufacturer specifications and UL systems. Company Overview: Midwest Firestop, Inc. is a small, family-owned business that specializes in the installation of firestop systems and life safety improvements. We have been working in the healthcare, government, and commercial sectors since 2006 with a dedication to serving the unique needs of every customer with a steady focus on integrity and honesty. Our cutting-edge expertise is known throughout the industry. Our work has been recognized by leading Firestop manufacturers and featured within International Firestop Business publication. In our successes we make it a priority and give back locally and globally to several different organizations and charities. To Apply: If you think you are a good fit for our team, please respond to this ad with a resume or letter of interest.