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Build Your Career from the Ground Up - Join D. Grimm, Inc. as a Construction Apprentice!

Job Title: Construction Apprentice
Company Name: D. Grimm, Inc.
Salary: $18.00 - $22.00+ per hour (based on experience)

Job Overview

Are you ready to launch your construction career with hands-on experience and expert mentorship? D. Grimm, Inc. is hiring Construction Apprentices to join our dedicated civil construction teams working on large-scale infrastructure projects across the Southern U.S. This full-time, travel-based role is ideal for individuals with a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to safety. No prior construction experience is required-just bring your energy, reliability, and readiness to grow!

Who We Are

D. Grimm, Inc. is a trusted name in civil site construction, known for our focus on safety, quality, and client satisfaction. We tackle a wide range of complex civil projects while cultivating a team culture rooted in trust, growth, and shared success. Our employees are not just workers-they're valued team members shaping the future of construction through integrity, craftsmanship, and continual development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with basic construction tasks including digging, lifting, carrying materials, and general site cleanup.
• Support skilled trades (e.g., carpenters, electricians, plumbers) with tools, materials, and equipment.
• Learn and follow safety standards and site protocols.
• Operate hand and power tools under supervision.
• Participate in daily safety briefings and training sessions.
• Help set up and break down scaffolding and temporary structures.
• Report safety concerns or hazards to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Demonstrate punctuality, teamwork, and a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• No prior construction experience required-training provided!
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.
• Physically capable of manual labor and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, bend, and carry materials for extended periods.
• Valid driver's license is a plus.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Skills and Competencies

• Basic understanding of safety procedures.
• Effective communication and listening skills.
• Manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and interpret simple diagrams.
• Adaptability and problem-solving mindset.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Health Insurance (65% paid by the company for employee coverage)
• Dental and Vision Insurance options
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match after 6 months
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and personal days after 1 year of service)
• Safety Training and Continued Certifications
• Career growth and promotion opportunities
• Company and Team Events
• Performance or Annual Bonuses
• Phone stipend based on job classification (stipend not offered to apprentices)

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work
• Travel Required: 100% travel required with rotation plans for crews to return home approximately once a month

Work Location

• Based in Navasota, TX, with projects across TX, NM, LA, OK, and AZ
• Must be willing and able to travel extensively for work

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Compliance Statement

A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.

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