Laborer - ConcreteScott, Murphy & Daniel (Murphy Construction Group)

About us

The Concrete Division of Scott and Murphy, Inc performs concrete work for both large and small for industrial, commercial, medical and KYTC projects in the south-central KY region. Combining the talent of our workforce, the high quality of our equipment and our love for this exciting industry, we provide our customers with an exceptional finished project. If you can provide us with your quality workmanship, we will provide you with the benefits, appreciation, and the rewards of a family work environment. We promote from within and invest in our team every chance we get.  Many of our current Superintendents and Foremen started with us as Laborers. Of our over 200 team members, more than half have been with the company for over 5 years. Over a third of our folks have worked with the company for over 10 years. We keep a variety of projects throughout south central and western Kentucky and keep our team members close to their home every day.

Your Job:

As a laborer at SMI, you will be assisting foremen and other crew members with laying out foundations, excavating footings, tying and installing rebar, forming and pouring foundation walls, prepping and pouring concrete slabs, sidewalks, and curb and gutter.

Your Responsibilities as a Laborer:

• Have a positive attitude
• Communicate and work with the team on the jobsite to keep them safe and complete work correctly
• Punctual and consistent attendance
• Help superintendents, foreman, carpenters, equipment operators, truck drivers, and other laborers with the job duties at hand

Your Requirements:

• Previous construction or farm experience is recommended, but not required
• Physical condition should allow for frequent bending, stooping, squatting, standing for extended periods of time in addition to heavy lifting
• Must take pride in performing quality work
• Must be willing to work overtime and some Saturdays
• Must have reliable transportation to make it to and from work
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening
• Must successfully complete a Physical Demands exam

Your Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive pay with increases based on performance
• Year-round work
• 1 Week paid vacation
• Health Insurance (company pays 60% - 70% of cost)
• Affordable dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) and profit sharing
• Company paid Life Insurance, with additional coverage available
• Company paid Long-term disability, with Short-term disability available