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Norfolk, VA

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Known for our quality of work and quality of life, we make it a priority to provide for our employees, clients, and community. Information and qualifications regarding this job are listed below.

about us.

Founded in 1982, MEB is a full-service construction firm with corporate headquarters in Chesapeake, VA and a regional office in Richmond, VA. With nearly 300 employees and over $250 million in annual revenue, MEB has the resources and strength to provide the highest level of service for a wide variety of complex construction projects throughout both the Mid-Atlantic and the country. We are proud of the culture we’ve built, and as MEB experience’s growth year over year, we continue to put an emphasis on our people, our clients, and safety.

MEB's areas of expertise.
  • Water // Wastewater
  • Fueling Systems // Storage
  • Environmental //Resilience
  • Hospitality // Entertainment
  • Manufacturing // Industrial
  • Corporate // Government

MEB's benefits.
  • 401(k) & Matching
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development

job brief.

Our team is looking for a motivated laborer to perform various manual tasks to prepare job sites and aid daily operations in support of our various construction projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region. To succeed, you must ensure that you are living by MEB’s core values on the project every day and that quality, health, and safety standards onsite are your top priority.

If you are a hardworking, safety conscious tradesman that is committed to performing quality work and doing your part to ensure the successful completion of our projects then we’d like to meet you!

core areas of responsibility.
  • May clean out ditches and remove concrete forms. Perform manual labor.
  • Assist, support and follow direction of skilled labors.
  • May assist in the erection and removal of falsework and formwork.
  • May assist in the installation of underground utilities
  • May assist in the installation of piping and equipment at industrial facilities including water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, and shipyards.
  • May be required to carry and clean various materials as directed.
  • May be required to shovel or rake materials.
  • Must be safety minded and adhere to all safety policies.
  • Additional requirements as directed by the foreman/leadman.

skills you possess.
  • Heavy Construction labor experience preferred.
  • Able to perform manual labor in all types of environments and conditions, including heavy lifting (in excess of 50 lbs.) for an 8 – 10-hour workday.
  • The ability to comprehend and follow specific instructions.
  • Interpersonal competencies that include a drive for results, effective oral communication skills, organization, planning, trust, respect, being dependable and cooperation.
  • Good housekeeping standards and ability to observe safety procedures and report any potentially unsafe conditions to management.

requirements.
  • 18 years of Age
  • Able to Pass a Drug Test
  • Legally Eligible to Work in the US
  • If assigned to a government project, US citizenship and clear background check may be required.
  • Experience installing underground piping required.

additional requirements for craftworkers.
  • Must have own transportation to and from jobsite every workday (driver’s license not required)
  • Must provide own hand tools (excluding power tools)

Pre-Employment Drug Screen required. E-Verify. DMV. EOE/Minorities/Females/Disabilities/Veterans

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