Student Veterans of America Jobs

Welcome to SVA’s jobs portal, your one-stop shop for finding the most up to date source of employment opportunities. We have partnered with the National Labor Exchange to provide you this information. You may be looking for part-time employment to supplement your income while you are in school. You might be looking for an internship to add experience to your resume. And you may be completing your training ready to start a new career. This site has all of those types of jobs.

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  • Jobs on this site are original and unduplicated and come from three sources: the Federal government, state workforce agency job banks, and corporate career websites. All jobs are vetted to ensure there are no scams, training schemes, or phishing.
  • The site is refreshed daily to remove out-of-date content.
  • The newest jobs are listed first, so use the search features to match your interests. You can look for jobs in a specific geographical location, by title or keyword, or you can use the military crosswalk. You may want to do something different from your military career, but you undoubtedly have skills from that occupation that match to a civilian job.

Job Information

Elder Corporation Pipe Layer - 2024 Construction Season in Pleasant Hill, Iowa

General Info

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: Competitive Wages - Union scale plus Health, Dental, Vision insurance and pension at NO COST TO YOU!

Other: Advancement Opportunities, Boot Reimbursement, Safe/ Clean/ Friendly Environment, Specialty Tools Provided

Company Info

Elder Corporation is a family-owned business that values long-term employee relationships. We specialize in massive earthmoving, 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. To learn more about Elder Corporation, visit our website at www.eldercorp.com.

All prospective candidates must pass a pre-employment physical, drug test, and background check.

Job Description

Elder Corporation is searching for a Pipelayer with a minimum of three years’ experience. Candidates with less experience will be accepted if they are a hard worker and willing and open to learning new skills. Elder Corporation’s goal is to have all employees home with their family each night. Most job sites are located within 70 miles of Des Moines, giving employees the luxury of going home each night.

Duties

  • Follow job site safety

  • General knowledge of main line installation

  • Lay sewer, water main and storm sewer on construction sites

  • Set up and follow a pipe laser

  • Shoot and calculate grade and elevation

  • Lead and assist laborers

  • Any other duties assigned by the Supervisor

    Requirements

  • Manhole and structure safety

  • Dependable and willing to report to work on time

  • Verbal communication skills

  • Ability to work extended hours during the construction season

  • Strong work ethic

  • Ability to multi-task

    Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift 60 lbs without assistance is preferred

  • Ability to crawl in and out of structures

  • Swiftly climb up and down a ladder

  • Frequent bending, reaching, standing, walking, squatting, sitting, and pushing and pulling heavy objects throughout daily shift

  • Capable to work in sun, heat, water, and other various weather conditions

  • Comfortable to work in dirty and dusty environments

    Preferred Skills

  • Familiarity of close proximity with heavy equipment

  • OSHA 10 or 30 Certification

  • Experience with tools (quikie saw, shovel, chains, drills, etc.)

  • Underground knowledge

Elder Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

All prospective employees will be subject to a pre-employment drug screen, physical and a background check.

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