Job Information
Elder Corporation Topman - 2025 Construction Season in Des Moines, Iowa
General Info
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Title: Topman
Salary Range: Union scale plus health, vision, dental insurance, pension plan at no cost to you!
Company Info
Elder Corporation is a family-owned business and values long-term employee relationships. We specialize in massive earthmoving and complex underground utility projects to heavy duty demolition work, and are trusted by thousands of Midwest customers to be their site development partner. Although we require experienced applicants for some positions, we are always looking for employees who are willing to be flexible and learn new skills.
Job Duties
Cut pipe using a quickie saw
Manually maneuver pipe
Shovel rock, dirt and sand
Use a sledgehammer
Figure grades
Climb in and out of excavation
Carry materials including bags of concrete, lumber, plastic pipe, grates, castings, etc.
Assist the pipelayer
Responsible for the care and storage of all tools used and clean up.
Follow job site safety
Required Skills
Must be dependable and willing to report to work on time
Must be able to work extended hours during the construction season
Must be willing to learn new skills, specific to the industry
Must be willing to work in difficult settings and conditions (mud, hot, cold)
Must be hard working
Preferred Skills
Experience with utility installation
Knowledge of terminology and pipe material types
All prospective employees will be subject to a pre-employment drug screen, physical and a background check.