Construction Laborer

We're hiring a laborer to help us build one-of-a-kind architecture in Palo Alto and around the San Francisco Bay Area. As a Dowbuilt laborer, you're integral to the success of our projects, always ready to lend a hand and ensure our job sites are clean and safe. Our laborers are reliable, positive, open to feedback, and motivated to learn from the best in the industry.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Laborers are instrumental to the success of every Dowbuilt project. Day-to-day, you will:

• Clean up the site, load/unload materials weighing 50 lbs+, install property protection and organize tools and materials
• Provide assistance with site work (i.e., digging a trench)
• Be proactive; what needs to be done first? What needs to be done next?
• Work in an organized fashion and be accountable for your work
• Clearly communicate ideas and information; be inquisitive and resourceful
• Work safely and keep teammates safe
• Assist in maintaining job site security (i.e., ensure safety of all people, tools, and materials)

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

To succeed as a laborer, you'll bring:

• The ability to meet the following physical requirements:
  • Work in all weather conditions
  • Lift a minimum of 50 lbs
  • Ability to work in a dusty environment and on uneven terrain
  • Ability to work in tight or high places (i.e., scaffolding and crawlspaces)
• A willingness to follow direction and perform work as required
• Basic carpentry tools (i.e., belt with hammer holster, utility knife, 30' measuring tape, cordless drill and bit holder, gloves, hammer);
• Basic understanding of job site organization and construction practices
• Positive attitude, self-awareness, and care for others
• Some knowledge of safety and health procedures (ongoing safety training provided)
• U.S. work authorization

WHAT WE OFFER

We are a fun, easygoing bunch of professionals who take a lot of pride in the work we do. We acknowledge the contributions and talents of our team members by providing benefits that support you at work and in life:

• Starting pay exceeding local market rates
• Commute mileage reimbursement
• 100% paid medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance for full-time employees (30% coverage for dependents), first of the month following DOH
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer profit sharing contribution
• 8 paid holidays each year, no waiting period
• Paid Time-Off (PTO) Hourly/Non-Exempt employees earn 1 hour of PTO per 30 hours worked
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Tool purchase and Tool Loan Programs
• Education/Tuition Reimbursement
• Discretionary bonus
• Future employment opportunities across the US available after 12-14 months, for well qualified candidates. Employment agreements + associated benefits will be negotiated on a per-project basis.

The compensation range for this position is: $ $28.00 per hour

WHO WE ARE

Dowbuilt is a construction company founded in 1980, and today our talented teams can be found from coast to coast. We excel at cutting-edge, innovative, never-been-done-before residential projects and home service—all of which require precision and impeccable attention to detail. We work with top architects, and our builds are regularly featured in publications such as Architectural Digest and Architectural Record.

The Dowbuilt culture is one of care—care for our employees, clients, and the talented craftspeople we partner with—resulting in care for the incredible designs we bring to life.

HOW YOU'LL GROW

We're committed to investing in our team members' ongoing professional development. At Dowbuilt, we want everyone to have equal opportunity to play to their strengths, fill gaps in knowledge, and grow professionally. We believe that effective career development requires two-way, open communication between employee and manager. Expectation setting happens on both sides, along with support, mentorship, and goal setting at regular intervals. Find out where your career will take you at Dowbuilt.
 

Dowbuilt is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.