Construction / Excavation General Laborer

Thornapple Excavating
Grand Rapids, MI
Position: Laborer
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
FT / PT Status: Full-Time

Who is Thornapple Excavating?
Over the last 40 years, Thornapple Excavating has expanded to become one of the most well-known names in commercial excavating in West Michigan. The organization strives to be a leader in earthwork, utility installation, and other commercial excavating services. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, customers can count on Thornapple Excavating, Inc. to deliver a high-quality product the first time, every time.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Be versatile and perform various duties required such as moving materials around jobsite and hand digging.
  • Signaling equipment operators to facilitate work in tight spaces, movement of materials, or other nonverbal communication requirements.
  • Ability to adjust to seasonal weather conditions and work for up to 12 or more hours per day.
  • Use of various hand tools, such as shovels, come-along rakes, compacters, levels, and other required tools.
  • Direct traffic when necessary.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to learn.
  • Consistently show up on time and ready to work.
Job Qualifications:
  • Prior experience in residential or commercial excavating preferred but not required.
  • Be able to lift up to 60+ lbs.
  • Comfortable working in a high-stress environment.
  • Demonstrate a strong work ethic and desire to deliver high-quality work.
  • Be willing and able to work with crew members and open to alternative ways of getting things done.

Benefits:

  • 100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 100% Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Company Outings
  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
  • Referral program

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Greater Grand Rapids, MI

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Pay varies by experience
  • Construction / Excavating experience is preferred
  • Experience and desire to work outdoors in weather elements is highly preferred

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Varies, primarily within 50 mile radius to Grand Rapids, MI


Posted 2025-11-11

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