Construction Purchasing Assistant Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Summary:

The individual in this position reports to the Director of Design and Engineering and Senior Lead Project Manager. This role is responsible for the construction of fabric buildings, metal buildings, and other structures.

This is a safety-sensitive position, as the individual will be operating company vehicles to travel to job sites, using a variety of power and hand tools, including pneumatic tools and operating equipment such as manlifts, scissor lifts, forklifts, and other aerial or material-handling equipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assemble fabric buildings, metal buildings, and other structures onsite.
• Prepare worksites for assembly and placement of buildings and/or assist the purchaser with site preparation as directed.
• Make repairs to damaged material and equipment as needed.
• Mobilize and secure all necessary construction equipment.
• Document and photograph progress of construction projects as directed.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of construction requirements and techniques.
• Knowledge of building codes and restrictions.
• Must be forklift and equipment certified through company related training.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, scissor lift, manlifts, and other equipment as trained.
• Skilled at using construction tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read complex instructions, blueprints, and schematics.
• Computer experience preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations.
• Skilled at interpersonal communication.
• Must have a valid driver's license to drive trucks and trailers. Must have a REAL ID-Compliant driver's license, passport, or another acceptable federal ID to fly.
• Frequent travel is required inside of the United States, including weekends.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma is required.
• At least 1 year of preferred

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules/procedures, operating manuals, and procedure manuals. Must be able to read blueprints, complex instructions, and schematics.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Physical Demands/Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and bend. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift, bend and /or move up to 50 pounds. In addition to the lifting the job requires various carrying, pushing/pulling, kneeling, and squatting.

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Outdoor work is required and may involve harsh weather conditions, including but not limited to hot, humid, dry, dusty, or cold environments, both indoors and outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate; however, it may become loud depending on job tasks and site conditions.

Training Requirements:

Ongoing training is required in corporate policies and procedures related to product installation, as well as construction techniques.

Compensation:

Salary to commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

We offer an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, educational assistance, 401(k), life insurance, disability, vacation, holidays, personal/sick time, employee referral, product discounts, and more.

ClearSpan Fabric Structures International is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.

We encourage women, minorities, and all qualified individuals to apply.