Mason/Mason Tender, Grand Rapids

Brick & Block Mason/Masonry Tender
Kent Facilities is seeking a skilled Brick & Block Mason/Masonry Tender to join our masonry-focused division in West Michigan.
This team plays a critical role in protecting new construction buildings and extending the life of existing structures across the region.
As a Mason on our masonry team, you will work on a wide range of exterior building systems and structural projects.
Your work will directly contribute to the longevity, safety, and beauty of commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings.
Duties and Responsibilities
Work as two to five-person teams to deliver quality services.
Properly maintain all equipment and tools so that they are in a safe and reliable working condition.
Brick and block installation, as well as replacement/repair
Tuckpointing
Mortar/grout mixing
Selective demolition
Lintel installation
Masonry restoration services
Constructing, repairing and restoring structures
Working from scaffolding, swing stages and lift platforms
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.
Duties and Responsibilities are not comprehensive and can be changed at any time, with or without notice.
Required Experience, Education, and Qualifications
Basic computer skills and construction math skills.
Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/ job location(s).
Ability to pass drug screening.
Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.
Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications
Experience working in commercial construction in a labor capacity.
Benefits
Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry.
Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire.
Typical benefits packages include:
Weekly pay
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Supplemental insurance options
Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching
Holiday pay (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
Scholarship opportunities for dependents
Leadership development opportunities
Perks associated with this role
Our goal is to offer an unparalleled career progression that is not precisely pre-determined; rather, it builds on the teammate's strengths, interests, and pursuits as the individual gains experience, grows, and develops in their career.
You would be hard-pressed to find another ENR Top 6 Commercial Concrete Company that parallels Kent Companies.
Work Environment/Physical Demand
This position works in a typical construction site environment.
This position requires long periods of standing and should be able to lift 80 pounds.
Position Type, Travel, and Work Schedule
Position Type: Full-time, field position.
Travel: Travel will occur in and around Grand Rapids job sites.
Work Schedule: This role follows a standard full-time schedule; however, additional hours may be necessary to meet project deadlines.
Due to construction-related demands, the position requires flexibility to work non-typical days and irregular hours.
The role also requires availability to respond to phone calls outside of standard business hours.
Office Location
******th Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI *****
About Kent Companies
Kent Companies is a full-service specialty trade contractor with operations across Michigan, Texas, Ohio, and the Carolinas.
As a third-generation, family-owned business, we believe our people are our greatest assets.
We employ over 2,000 trade professionals nationwide and deliver every project with our Four Hallmarks: Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service.
Kent Companies is known as The Leaders in Concrete and continuously ranks in the Top 10 Concrete Contractors nationwide by ENR Magazine.
Kent Companies' family of brands includes Kent Concrete, Kent Underlayments, Kent Facilities, Kent Foundation Solutions, and Foundation Rescue Supply.
Kent Facilities
Our team of value engineering experts provides facilities services, maintenance, upgrades, building restoration, and masonry restoration services.
Our team focuses on safety, non-interruptive scheduling, and project management that streamline facility expansion and renovation schedules.
About our West Michigan Kent Facilities division
Kent Facilities operates a restoration-focused division in West Michigan.
This team performs services to protect new construction buildings and to extend the life of existing buildings and structures.
These services include brick installation and repair, joint sealants, tuckpointing, commercial waterproofing, traffic coatings, and more.
We go beyond surface-level reconditioning to maintain historical integrity in all applications adding beauty and strength to our projects.
Learn more about Kent Facilities by visiting facilities.kentcompanies.com.
EEO Statement
At Kent Companies, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce, and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.
Kent Companies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including but not limited to hiring, recruiting, promotions, performance evaluations, termination, and compensation decisions.
The Company will strive to ensure that all employees and prospective employees will be treated equally in regard to recruitment, employment, promotions, demotions, discipline, termination, access to benefits and training, leaves of absence, and layoffs.
The Company will further ensure that its management staff is aware of the Company's commitment to this policy and each member understands their individual role in the process of administering this plan.
Kent Companies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.