General Laborer
Job Description
Job DescriptionGrain Farm Equipment Construction – Work Crew Assistant
Position Overview: Support a construction crew in assembling and installing grain‑handling equipment, including grain bins, bucket‑leg elevators, augers, and related systems. When not on construction projects, assist with general shop duties and farm work on the home farm.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Assist in building and installing grain bins, bucket elevators, augers, and other grain‑handling structures
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Perform general labor tasks as needed on construction sites
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Support shop operations, including equipment preparation, cleanup, and basic maintenance
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Help with farm duties on the home farm when construction work is not scheduled
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Meet at the home farm and travel with the foreman to job sites
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Work on projects that may require travel out of state
Travel Requirements:
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Occasional out‑of‑state travel for construction projects
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All travel expenses fully covered by the company
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No personal vehicle required for travel
Preferred Experience: Candidates with any of the following skills are strongly preferred and may qualify for higher pay:
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Welding
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Concrete pouring
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Mechanical repair or maintenance
You should be proficient in:
- Woodworking
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Excavator Operation
- Skid Steer Operation
- Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
- Window Installation
- Caulking
- Door Installation
- Construction Site Installation
- Maintenance and Repair Skills
- Drywall Installation
- Finish and Rough Carpentry
- Cabinet Installation
- Crane Operation
- Mechanical Assembly Skills
- Meets Physical Requirements
Machines & technologies you'll use:
- MIG Welder
- TIG Welder
- Rip Saw
- Shot Blast Machine
- Robotic Welder
- Band Saw