2 Skilled Workers jobs in Adel
Construction Worker - Demo & Abatement
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Are you ready to make a real difference while building a rewarding career in a skilled trade? At Iowa Demo, the premier environmental remediation firm of the Midwest, our Construction Workers are the first on site for commercial demolition and renovation projects-removing hazardous materials and making public spaces safer for everyone. From schools and hospitals to military installations and critical infrastructure, our work matters.
We believe in doing well by doing good. That's why we offer competitive pay of up to $21 per hour DOE based on experience - plus $35 per diem and paid lodging when traveling. Our team members average 40+ hours per week, enjoy paid time off, and are treated like family. We invest in your well-being with up to 90% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance. As a growing company, we foster advancement and provide opportunities for you to build your future with us.
This position requires an asbestos abatement license, which we will provide at company expense if you do not already have one. To join our team, you must have reliable transportation and valid authorization to work in the United States.
If you have the skills, certifications, and drive to work in challenging environments-and want to be part of a company that values your contribution-Snyder Environmental is the place for you.
Business Group/Dept: Operations
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Supervisor
Date: February 14, 2022
Purpose of the Position
Safely and efficiently identify, remove, pack, transport, or dispose of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead-based paint, waste oil, fuel, transmission fluid, radioactive materials, or contaminated soil. Safely demolishes structures using hand tools or mechanical equipment as assigned.
Essential Position Responsibilities
- Removes asbestos from ceilings, walls, beams, boilers, and other structures, following hazardous waste handling guidelines and following safe demolition techniques.
- Assembles scaffolding and seals off work area, using plastic sheeting and duct tape.
- Positions mobile decontamination unit or portable showers at entrance of work area.
- Builds connecting walkway between mobile unit or portable showers and work area, using hand tools, lumber, nails, plastic sheeting, and duct tape.
- Positions portable air evacuation and filtration system inside work area.
- Sprays chemical solution over asbestos covered surfaces, using tank with attached hose and nozzle, to soften asbestos.
- Cuts and scrapes asbestos from surfaces, using knife and scraper.
- Shovels asbestos into plastic disposal bags and seals bags, using duct tape.
- Cleans work area of loose asbestos, using vacuum, broom, and dustpan.
- Places asbestos in disposal bags and seals bags, using duct tape.
- Dismantles scaffolding and temporary walkway, using hand tools, and places plastic sheeting and disposal bags into transport bags.
- Seals bags, using duct tape, and loads bags into truck or dumpster.
- Follows directions of foremen, supervisors, and managers.
Physical activities: Must be on feet for up to 10 hours per day; must have unrestricted clearance to wear a respirator up to 10 hours a day with few breaks; regular standing, sitting, kneeling, twisting, bending; must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 20 pounds constantly and up to 50 pounds occasionally; must be able to work in extreme hot/cold, wet/dry environment; must be able to perform repetitive motions such as scraping, sanding, shoveling
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Half-face respirator; full-face respirator; steel toed footwear; hard hat; safety vest; protective eyewear; gloves; Tyvek suit
Safety Sensitive: Yes
Travel: 25% to 75%
Licenses/Certifications Required: Asbestos Worker Initial Certification; Current Asbestos Worker Refresher; Current State Specific Asbestos Worker License; Current Valid Physician's Assessment; Current Respirator Fit Test
Preferred Education/Certifications: High School Diploma or GED; OSHA 10 or Higher
Experienced Residential Construction Worker - W2, Full Time!
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We are on a mission to do something that has never been done before - to build the first nationwide home remodeling brand. That requires a high level of imagination, commitment, and determination from people who take extreme ownership of their circumstances. We are proud that our commitment to culture has earned us the 2023 Top Workplaces USA award as one of the nation's top employers, as well as distinct recognition in the following categories: Leadership, Purpose & Values, and Compensation & Benefits.
Looking to build your career with a company who values your craftsmanship, skill, and experience? Join a team who works just as hard for you as you do for our customers.
As a Carpenter Trainee on our Des Moines team, you will join us on our mission of Bringing Happiness to Every Home® by consistently delivering five-star shower installation and bath remodel experiences to our customers.
You will report directly to our Installation Manager and work closely with our Lead Installers, Trainers, and Warehouse/Operations professionals.
Why Work at West Shore Home?
We are on a mission to do something that has never been done before - to build the first nationwide home remodeling brand. That requires a high level of imagination, commitment, and determination from people who take extreme ownership of their circumstances. We are proud that our commitment to culture has earned us the Top Workplaces USA award for four consecutive years (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025) as one of the nation's top employers, as well as distinct recognition in the following categories: Leadership, Purpose & Values, and Compensation & Benefits.
We've got you covered with:
- Full-time, year-round W2 employment with a generous benefits package including insurances, Paid Time Off, 401k with company match
- Access to world-class training programs through our NCCER Accredited Training Units led by our Certified Instructors & Trainers to help you level up your career
- Company-provided tools and equipment
- A vehicle, gas, and drive time covered by West Shore Home
At West Shore Home, we are Default Aggressive towards our goals and take Extreme Ownership of our results. We'll provide you with the training and tools to set you up for success, and we hope that you'll bring:
- Experience in carpentry, remodeling, plumbing, construction - or a hunger to learn!
- Basic knowledge of hand tools and power tools
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to accurately read a tape measure
- Valid Driver's License
- Must have a valid smart phone or smart device in order to log into Company required systems using two-factor authentication
In this role, you can expect to:
- Meet at our warehouse at 6:30AM, gather materials, and load company trucks
- Drive to customers home, greet and establish rapport
- Complete controlled demolition of the bathtub/shower area
- Install new bathtub/shower pan and acrylic wall surround, update plumbing as needed
- Show extreme attention to detail and care for customer's home by properly cleaning up following installation
- Obtain necessary signed documents & payment from customer, and return to warehouse
- Schedule: Non-exempt role with standard hours Monday - Friday beginning at 6:30AM, end times may vary
- Location: Altoona, IA
- Seniority Level: Entry-Level, Associate
Our Growth Story
What started as a local window & door replacement company in a small Pennsylvania suburb has grown into a technology-enabled home improvement powerhouse with over 3,000 employees across 20+ states. With continued national expansion plans, we have committed ourselves to staying true to our roots with a customer-first mindset and an employee-centric culture. While we come from different backgrounds and experiences, we are aligned by our values and are driven by a common goal - becoming America's Most Admired Home Remodeling Brand®.
We operate at our best when every employee works to achieve their individual potential. To facilitate this, West Shore Home actively invests in our people by providing the structure and support to challenge you as you grow professionally and offering tools to achieve personal satisfaction. If you are looking to unlock your potential and find out what you are truly capable of, there is no better place to do so.
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It is the policy of West Shore Home to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.
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