*About us*
Giorgi Mushroom Company (GMC) is a vertically integrated, family owned and operated agribusiness in Berks County, Pennsylvania.
GMC is the largest, single-location mushroom farm in the world producing over 180M pounds annually of the Agaricus bisporus varieties: White Button, Portabella, Cremini, and Shiitake mushrooms.
Our operations span 3.
7M square feet of growing space across 6 farms and 468 indoor growing rooms including several organically certified operations.
We are looking for a “*Carpenter Apprentice*” to join our team.
This position is an hourly position working around 52 hours weekly.
Each work week includes half a weekend day.
Work hours normally starts at 6:30 a.
m.
Finish time 4:00 p.
m.
*Essential Functions/Key Deliverables*
* Safe and efficient use of the backhoe to carry out excavation tasks according to specifications
* Perform basic tasks including painting and filling crevices, clean facilities and managing maintenance repairs.
* Detect and report the need for major maintenance repairs.
* Cutting, shaping and smoothing lumber and other material according to measurements.
* Taking measurements and calculating the size and amount of material needed
* Complete general maintenance work
* Move heavy furniture, appliances, and equipment
* Maintain and operate construction tools in a safe and proper manner
* Ability to operate specialized safety equipment efficiently and effectively
* Follow workplace health and safety rules
* Load and unload tools and equipment from work vehicles
* Standard weightlifting requirements - 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
*Requirements:*
* Valid PA driver’s license
* A minimum of 1 year’ working experience in a similar role.
* Experience in backhoe operation is a plus.
* Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and safety protocols
* Able to perform basic mathematical calculations and convert measurements.
*EOE M/F/D/V*
A pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screen is required.
We conduct background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process and follow all EEOC and FCRA regulations regarding the use of criminal records in the hiring process.
*Work location:* Giorgi Mushroom Co.
- 1161 Park Rd Rear, Blandon PA 19510
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.
00 - $20.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 48 – 52 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Day shift
Experience:
* construction carpentry: 1 year (Required)
* Backhoe operation: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
* PA Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Whatsapp
